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Care Assistant - Care HomeNHS

Wick, KW1 4RF Permanent £13.75
Posted 4 September 2026 Closing date 3 November 2026
Wick Rail Station (1.1 miles, direct) Keith Town (Keith and Dufftown Railway) (62.4 miles, direct) Travel Centre (37.1 miles, direct)

Job summary

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.

Main duties of the job

As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll play a vital role in helping residents enjoy their daily lives by providing quality care and support. You will assist with daily living activities, offer companionship, and create memorable moments with the residents. The role is diverse and rewarding as no two days are the same. Tasks may include helping residents with food and drink, adhering to care plans, and ensuring personalized one-on-one time with each resident. Your dedication and compassion are an opportunity to develop your career in a meaningful way. We seek individuals with experience in caring for older people, a positive attitude, and strong communication skills. Your empathy and caring nature will be instrumental in delivering top-notch care. We offer comprehensive training to support your growth.

Job description

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.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a renowned provider of care services, particularly to the elderly, and operates numerous care homes across the UK. The organisation is committed to delivering high-quality care that meets the individual needs of each resident. With a wide range of facilities and services, Barchester Healthcare provides personalized care plans that ensure residents receive exactly what they need. The company values its employees, offering sector-leading benefits and rewards. It focuses heavily on training and development to help staff at all levels grow professionally and personally. Barchester creates a supportive and fulfilling work environment, making it a rewarding place to work for those driven by compassion and dedication to caring for others.

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