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Care Assistant - Care HomeNHS

Wadhurst, TN5 6RY Permanent £13.50
Posted 7 August 2026 Closing date 6 October 2026
Wadhurst Rail Station (0.3 miles away) Uckfield Bus Station (12.0 miles away)

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.

Main duties of the job

As a Care Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you will be part of a team providing exceptional care and support to residents in a care home setting. Your role will involve assisting residents with daily living activities, offering companionship, and ensuring they receive the quality care they deserve. This position requires dedication and compassion as you share moments and create memories with the residents. Your work will vary day-to-day, making it both rewarding and fulfilling. You'll be responsible for supporting residents with their nutritional needs, following care plans, and ensuring each resident has personalized care time. If you have experience in elder care, excellent communication skills, and a warm-hearted and empathetic nature, you can flourish in this role. The organization values compassion and offers training to help you thrive. In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive pay rate along with a comprehensive benefits and rewards package, including training, wellbeing support, retail discounts, and numerous other incentives.

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.

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About us

Barchester Healthcare is a prominent provider of high-quality care services in the UK, focusing on building a supportive and compassionate environment for both staff and residents. They operate numerous care homes across the country, with an emphasis on personalized care tailored to the needs of each resident. Barchester is committed to delivering excellent service and ensuring that all residents receive the care and assistance they require to lead fulfilling lives. The company values its employees and fosters a positive working atmosphere by offering opportunities for professional development and growth. Staff at Barchester Healthcare are given access to free training and development resources, helping them to build their skills and advance in their careers. In addition, Barchester is known for its comprehensive benefits, including wellbeing support, retail discounts, and various incentive programs to recognize and reward dedication and hard work. Joining Barchester means becoming part of an organization that places a high priority on the wellbeing of both its staff and its residents.

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