Night Care Assistant
- NHS
- Part Time
- Stoke-on-Trent
- 12.13 an hour
Job Description
Job summary
The role of a Night Care Assistant at Barchester Healthcare involves providing high-quality care and support to residents in a caring and compassionate environment. The job requires experience in caring for older people, excellent communication skills, and a genuine passion for delivering the best possible care. The successful candidate will be part of a dedicated team that works around the clock to ensure the well-being and comfort of the residents.
Main duties of the job
As a Night Care Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting residents with their daily living activities, providing support and companionship, and ensuring that each resident has one-on-one time. Your role will involve a variety of tasks, including supporting residents with their food and drink, following care plans, and engaging in meaningful activities. You will be expected to have a can-do attitude, excellent communication skills, and the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care homes and services in the UK. The company is committed to creating a nurturing and supportive environment for both residents and staff, with a focus on promoting the well-being and independence of the individuals in their care. Barchester Healthcare offers a range of benefits, including competitive pay, opportunities for training and development, and a supportive work culture.
Job responsibilities
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 PACKAGEIn 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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- To join Barchester Healthcare as a Night Care Assistant, you will need to have some experience in caring for older people. A can-do approach, excellent communication skills, and a warm-hearted and empathetic personality are essential. The company will provide all the necessary training to help you thrive in this role.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Barchester Healthcare
Address
Barchester Healthcare
Stoke on Trent
ST6 5QS
