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Care Assistant - Bank - Care Home

Barchester Healthcare

Sutton Valence, Maidstone

Salary

£30,784

Contract

Not specified

Hours

Part time

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

As a Bank Care Assistant, you'll help care home residents with daily tasks, provide support and companionship, and make their days enjoyable. This role suits someone who is caring, flexible, and enjoys working with older people. You'll work part-time, helping residents in a variety of ways each day.

What you'll need

  • You'll need to be caring and compassionate, with a genuine interest in helping others.
  • You should be able to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends.
  • You'll need to be physically able to move around the care home and assist residents.
  • You should have good communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • You'll need to be able to work as part of a team and follow instructions.

How to boost your chances

  • Consider volunteering or working in a care setting to gain experience and build your skills.
  • Think about taking a first aid or dementia care course to improve your knowledge and confidence.
  • Make sure you're clear about your availability and flexibility when applying for the role.
  • Be prepared to talk about a time when you showed compassion or helped someone in need.
  • Research Barchester Healthcare and their values to show your interest in the company.

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Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. 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 …

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

Adzuna

First seen

9 August 2026

Last checked

29 August 2026

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About the employer

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Barchester Healthcare

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