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Care Assistant - Bank - Care Home

Barchester Healthcare

Braydon, Swindon

Salary

£33,342

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 lives more enjoyable. This role suits someone who is caring, flexible, and enjoys working with older people. You'll work part-time hours, which can be varied.

What you'll need

  • You'll need to be caring and compassionate, with a genuine interest in helping others.
  • Previous experience in care or a related field is a plus, but not essential.
  • You'll need to be physically fit and able to lift or move residents safely.
  • Good communication and teamwork skills are important for this role.
  • You'll need to be flexible with your working hours and able to work varied shifts.

How to boost your chances

  • Consider volunteering or taking a care-related course to gain experience and skills.
  • Make sure you're aware of the physical demands of the role and can commit to regular training and assessments.
  • Highlight your transferable skills, such as communication or problem-solving, in your application.
  • Be prepared to work with a variety of residents and their individual needs and personalities.
  • Research Barchester Healthcare and the care home you'll be working in to show your interest and enthusiasm.

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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

12 August 2026

Last checked

20 August 2026

Salary, closing date and description are taken from the employer's advert. The original advert always takes precedence.

About the employer

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Barchester Healthcare

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