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Care Assistant - Care HomeNHS

Dalkeith, EH22 2AH Permanent £13.75
Posted 21 August 2026 Closing date 20 October 2026
Eskbank Rail Station (0.9 miles, direct) Picardy Place (Edinburgh Trams) (6.5 miles, direct) Park & Ride (17.2 miles, direct)

Job summary

A £500 'Golden Hello' Welcome Bonus is just one of the ways we'll reward you when you join Barchester in this role. ABOUT THE ROLE As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards And so

Main duties of the job

As a Care Assistant at Barchester Healthcare in Dalkeith, you will be responsible for ensuring that residents receive the quality care and support they deserve. Your day-to-day activities will include assisting with daily living, providing companionship, and helping with food and drink. You'll need to have some experience in caring for older people and demonstrate a compassionate and empathetic nature. The role offers varied and rewarding work in a supportive environment. A £500 'Golden Hello' Welcome Bonus is available upon joining. Additionally, Barchester offers a sector-leading benefits package including free training, access to wellbeing tools, retail discounts, and employee incentives like a referral bonus scheme and long service awards. This role allows you to use your skills meaningfully and develop a fulfilling career in elderly care.

Job description

A £500 'Golden Hello' Welcome Bonus is just one of the ways we'll reward you when you join Barchester in this role.

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career.

ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive.

REWARDS PACKAGE

In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including:

Free training and development for all rolesAccess to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savingsUnlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus schemeEmployee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'

And so much more!

If you'd like to use your people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

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About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider in the UK care sector, known for delivering top-quality care and support services. They operate a number of care homes across the country, each dedicated to providing the highest standards of care and a nurturing environment for their residents. At Barchester, staff are trained to offer compassionate assistance and form meaningful relationships with residents to ensure they enjoy each day to the fullest. In return for their dedication, Barchester offers employees competitive salaries, extensive training opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. By joining Barchester, employees become part of a reputable and forward-thinking organisation that values its staff and is committed to ensuring the welfare and happiness of its residents.

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