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Care Assistant - Care HomeNHS

Swindon, SN5 0AD Permanent £14.31
Posted 11 September 2026 Closing date 10 November 2026
Swindon Rail Station (6.4 miles, direct) Cheltenham Racecourse (Gloucs Warwicks Railway) (23.0 miles, direct) Coach Park (15.8 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. Shifts: 7am or 8am start, we do 12hr shifts. 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'll make sure residents receive the care and support they need. You'll assist with daily living, support companions, and create fond memories. This role allows you to bring dedication and compassion into a rewarding environment. From supporting residents with their meals to ensuring individualized care, the role is varied and fulfilling. You'll need experience with older people, a can-do attitude, and strong communication skills. Above all, compassion is key. You'll receive training and a benefits package, including discounts, referral bonuses, and long service awards.

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.

Shifts: 7am or 8am start, we do 12hr shifts.

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 reputable provider of care homes and services across the UK. They emphasize ensuring that residents receive the quality care and support they deserve. Barchester Healthcare is known for its dedication to creating fulfilling environments for both residents and staff. They value compassion, dedication, and the ability to provide excellent care in their staff. Employees at Barchester are provided with opportunities for career development through training and support tools, and they offer a range of benefits including retail discounts and bonus schemes. Barchester aims to be a rewarding place to work for those who have a passion for providing quality care.

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