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Care Assistant - Care HomeNHS

Falmouth, TR11 2EW Permanent £13.70
Posted 24 July 2026 Closing date 22 September 2026
Penmere Rail Station (0.4 miles away) Boscarne Junction (Bodmin and Wenford Railway) (26.1 miles away) Temp Bus Station (7.3 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 play a crucial role in enriching the lives of residents at the care home in Falmouth. You will assist with daily living activities, provide support and companionship, and create memorable moments with the residents. This role offers the chance to apply your dedication and compassion in a rewarding environment where no two days are the same. Responsibilities include supporting residents with meals and beverages, adhering to care plans, and ensuring personalized one-to-one time with each resident. This is an opportunity to utilize your skills meaningfully and advance your career. Ideal candidates will have some experience in caring for older individuals, possess a proactive attitude, and demonstrate strong communication skills. Empathy, warmth, and a compassionate nature are essential traits for delivering the highest standards of care. Barchester Healthcare will provide all necessary training to help you thrive in your role.

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 care homes in the UK, committed to offering exceptional care and support to its residents. With a focus on quality, Barchester Healthcare operates numerous care homes across the country, each dedicated to creating a warm and welcoming environment for older individuals. The organization values compassion, dedication, and excellence, ensuring residents receive the standards of care they deserve. Barchester Healthcare invests in its staff by offering comprehensive training and development opportunities, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth. Employees are encouraged to bring empathy, warmth, and a genuine caring attitude to their roles, contributing to the overall well-being and happiness of the residents. As part of its commitment to recognizing and rewarding staff contributions, Barchester Healthcare provides a competitive salary, sector-leading benefits, and various schemes to celebrate employee achievements. This reflects the organization's dedication to building a supportive and rewarding workplace.

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