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Care Assistant - Bank - Care HomeNHS

Poynton, SK10 4NT Bank £14.08
Posted 18 August 2026 Closing date 16 October 2026
Adlington (Cheshire) Rail Station (0.9 miles away) Macclesfield Bus Station (5.2 miles away)

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank 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 Bank 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 Bank 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

Main duties of the job

This role is a casual, part-time position offering the opportunity for flexible working hours. As a Bank Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, your responsibilities will include ensuring residents receive the quality care and support they need every day. This involves assisting with daily living activities, providing companionship, and sharing experiences and memories. Each day in this role is unique, offering work that is both varied and rewarding. You will engage in activities ranging from assisting residents with their meals to ensuring they receive one-on-one time. This position is an opportunity to contribute your skills in a meaningful way and foster career growth. To qualify for this role, you must have some experience in elder care, a proactive attitude, excellent communication skills, and a compassionate and empathetic nature. In return, you'll receive all the training needed to excel in your role.

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLEThis is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank 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 Bank 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 Bank 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 PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously.

As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary.

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 among the leading healthcare providers in the UK, dedicated to delivering exceptional quality care to residents. They emphasize the importance of a nurturing and fulfilling environment, where employees can make a genuine impact on the lives of older residents. Barchester's commitment to growth and development extends to all their staff, offering competitive pay and abundant opportunities for learning and progression. As a company, they prioritize flexibility, allowing staff to cover shifts as needed, whether for annual leave or sick leave. This focus on supportive and compassionate care underpins Barchester's mission, ensuring residents receive the highest standard of service possible.

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