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Care Assistant - Bank - Care HomeNHS

Wouldham, ME1 3TR Bank £14.80
Posted 3 August 2026 Closing date 2 October 2026
Cuxton Rail Station (0.7 miles away) Chatham Railway Station (2.9 miles away)

Job summary

Due to the property's location and the limited availability of public transport in the area, it is preferable that the candidate possesses a valid driving license and access to a vehicle. ABOUT THE ROLE 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.

Main duties of the job

As a Bank Care Assistant at Barchester Healthcare in Wouldham, you'll be integral in helping residents live comfortably and happily. The role involves assisting with various aspects of daily living, ensuring residents receive the care and support they are entitled to, and contributing to memorable and enjoyable experiences. The position offers diversity in your daily tasks, from helping with meals to offering companionship and executing personalized care plans. This temporary role is characterized by flexibility in scheduling, with hours covering for staff absences such as annual or sick leave. Being able to drive and having access to personal transport is suggested due to the location of the care home. Although experience in caring for elderly people is required, the company provides comprehensive training to nurture your growth in this rewarding career.

Job description

Due to the property's location and the limited availability of public transport in the area, it is preferable that the candidate possesses a valid driving license and access to a vehicle.

ABOUT THE ROLEAs 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.

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About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of top-quality care and support services throughout the UK, committed to the growth and development of its employees. They emphasize excellent person-centered care, aligning with the needs and desires of their residents. As a part of Barchester, you'll be joining a dedicated team focused on providing exceptional care standards, as you would wish for your loved ones. With opportunities for continual professional development, Barchester supports its staff to thrive and advance their careers within the organization. The company is particularly invested in creating a supportive and flexible work environment that respects the individual needs of both employees and the people they serve.

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