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Night Care AssistantNHS

Carlisle, CA2 7PW Permanent £13.21
Posted 8 September 2026 Closing date 7 November 2026
Carlisle Rail Station (1.6 miles, direct) Slaggyford (South Tynedale Railway) (18.6 miles, direct) Stance 1 (13.1 miles, direct)

Job summary

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.

Main duties of the job

As a Night Care Assistant at Barchester Healthcare's Carlisle location, you'll help residents enjoy each day by ensuring they receive the quality care and support they deserve. This role involves assisting with daily living, providing support and companionship, and sharing meaningful moments with residents. Every day will present different tasks, from supporting residents with their meals to ensuring each resident has personalized one-to-one time. Your role is essential in bringing dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. The position requires some experience in caring for older people, a positive approach, and excellent communication skills. Above all, you must have the compassion to deliver the highest standard of care. In return, Barchester Healthcare offers competitive pay and a sector-leading benefits and rewards package, including free training, access to wellbeing tools, retail discounts, bonus schemes, and recognition awards. Join this workplace if you want to use your skills in an organization that strives to provide the quality of care you'd expect for your loved ones.

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 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.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a prominent provider of care for older individuals, operating care homes and providing quality care throughout its facilities. The organization is committed to ensuring residents enjoy each day by delivering the care and support they deserve. Barchester Healthcare values dedication and compassion from their employees, offering an environment where every day can bring new challenges and rewards. As a company, they believe in rewarding staff with competitive pay and an extensive benefits package that includes free training and development, well-being support tools, a variety of retail discounts, and recognition awards. This focus on staff development and recognition illustrates Barchester Healthcare's dedication to not only fulfilling the needs of its residents but also ensuring that their employees feel valued and supported in their roles. The organization presents a workplace where those with a passion for care can make a genuine impact, providing care quality trusted for loved ones.

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