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West Berkshire Social Care

Care Assistant - Care HomeNHS

READING, RG31 5UG Permanent £14.77
Posted 8 September 2026 Closing date 7 November 2026
We last saw this on 23 Sep · check it's still open on NHS Jobs Closes tomorrow · 7 Nov 2026
Tilehurst Rail Station (1.3 miles, direct) Wallingford (Cholsey & Wallingford Railway) (9.6 miles, direct) Purley Social Club (0.9 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. 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 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.

Main duties of the job

As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you will assist residents by ensuring they receive quality care and support each day. Your role includes supporting residents with daily living activities, providing companionship, and creating memorable moments. The tasks vary daily, offering a rewarding work experience that is both meaningful and fulfilling. You'll also be responsible for helping with food, drink, and care plans, ensuring personalized one-on-one time with residents. This role offers a career development opportunity for those who are eager to make a difference in residents' lives.

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 dedicated to providing high-quality care through their care homes. As a Care Assistant, you will be part of an organization that values empathetic and compassionate care. Barchester Healthcare is committed to rewarding dedication with competitive pay and a sector-leading benefits package. This includes free training and development opportunities for all roles, access to well-being support tools, and various incentives such as retail discounts, a refer-a-friend bonus scheme, and recognition awards for Employee of the Month and long service.

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