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Care Assistant - Care HomeNHS

Knaresborough, HG5 8LS Permanent £14
Posted 21 July 2026 Closing date 19 September 2026
Knaresborough Rail Station (1.1 miles away) Bolton Abbey (Embsay & Bolton Abbey Railway) (18.0 miles away) Bus Stn Stand 4 (3.0 miles away)

Job summary

A £500 'Golden Hello' Welcome Bonus is just one of the ways we'll reward you when you join Barchester in this role. 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 em

Main duties of the job

As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you will play a crucial role in helping residents enjoy their daily life by ensuring they receive the quality care and support they deserve. Your responsibilities will include assisting with daily living activities, providing companionship, and sharing meaningful moments with residents. Every day will present new and rewarding challenges, from helping with meals to following care plans and ensuring one-to-one time with each resident. Bring your dedication, compassion, and skills to a role where you can make a significant difference and develop your career in a fulfilling environment.

Job description

A £500 'Golden Hello' Welcome Bonus is just one of the ways we'll reward you when you join Barchester in this role.

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 leading provider of care homes and residential care services across the UK. With a commitment to delivering high standards of care and support, Barchester Healthcare ensures that residents receive the quality care they deserve in a compassionate and welcoming environment. The organisation values dedication, empathy, and professionalism, providing employees with extensive training and development opportunities. Barchester Healthcare offers a supportive workplace where staff are recognized and rewarded for their hard work and commitment, fostering a culture that emphasizes the well-being of both residents and employees.

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