General Assistant
Barchester Healthcare
Ketton, StamfordView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£27,476
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
The job is to help keep a care home clean, tidy and comfortable for residents. You will do housekeeping, laundry, cleaning and help with meals. It suits people who are caring, flexible and enjoy varied tasks.
What you'll need
- Be caring and empathetic towards older people
- Be able to do basic cleaning, laundry and food preparation
- Be able to work flexible hours and adapt to changing tasks
- Have a clear DBS check or be willing to obtain one
- Good communication skills with residents and staff
How to boost your chances
- Mention any previous care or cleaning experience in your CV
- Highlight any food hygiene or health and safety training you have
- Show that you can work well in a team and follow instructions
- Be ready to discuss your flexibility with shift patterns
- Prepare references who can confirm your reliability
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Job description
ABOUT THE ROLE As a General Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of tasks to help us provide the quality care and support our residents deserve. No two days will be the same as you take on diverse responsibilities across housekeeping, cleaning, laundry and catering. It's because this is such a wide-reaching role that you'll be able to play your own part in creating a warm and homely environment. Caring and empathetic, as a General Assistant you'll put our residents firs…
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
Adzuna
First seen
8 September 2026
Last checked
8 September 2026
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About the employer
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