Care Assistant - Care Home
Barchester Healthcare Homes Limited
Rutland, East MidlandsView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£27,476
Contract
Not specified
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
You will support residents in a care home, helping with daily tasks and providing friendly companionship. The role suits caring people who enjoy varied, hands‑on work.
What you'll need
- A caring and patient attitude
- Ability to help with personal care like washing and dressing
- Good communication skills for talking with residents and team
- Basic maths for recording information
- Eligibility to undergo a DBS (background) check
- A relevant care qualification or experience is helpful
How to boost your chances
- Write a short cover letter showing why you enjoy helping others
- Mention any care training or volunteer work you have done
- Make sure you have a clean DBS check or can arrange one
- Be ready to give examples of teamwork in an interview
- Dress neatly and arrive on time for any assessment
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Job description
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 d…
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Provenance
Source
Adzuna
First seen
13 October 2026
Last checked
20 October 2026
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