Regional Care Assistant

As a Regional Care Assistant, you'll deliver warm care and support across a 20-mile radius to help residents get the most out of life. Expect to monitor care delivery, contribute to person-centred care planning, and record observations like temperature and blood pressure. This role also involves providing companionship and ensuring each resident gets meaningful one-to-one time with carers. A background in care and a good understanding of elderly care are important. A Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care would be useful. Having your own car or access to one is required as you will travel across the area.

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Regional Care Assistant with Barchester care homes, you'll deliver warm, empathetic and respectful care and support across a 20-mile radius to help our residents get the most out of life. On a practical level, you can expect to monitor the delivery of care when on duty, contribute to the person-centred care planning process for each resident and record observations on things like temperature and blood pressure amongst a range of other important tasks. The role of Regional Care Assistant is very varied and also involves providing support and companionship. It's vital for us that every resident enjoys meaningful one-to-one time with our carers, every single shift.

ABOUT YOUA background in care is important for the role of Regional Care Assistant, and you'll need a good understanding of elderly care. A Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care would be useful, as would a good understanding of the wider healthcare industry. Ideally, you'll also have a C or above in GCSE English and Maths. Dedicated and compassionate, your passion for people means you'll go above and beyond to support the wellbeing of residents. Because you'll be travelling across the area, you'll either need your own car or ready access to one. We'll cover your mileage when you travel over five miles from your main home, and if you're on duty at the time of an inspection and we achieve a Good' rating, you'll qualify for a bonus.

REWARDS PACKAGEIn 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 roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'

And so much more!

If you'd like to use your care experience and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK's largest care home providers, offering a range of services for the elderly across numerous facilities. They are dedicated to providing high-quality care that helps residents lead fulfilling lives. Barchester places importance on person-centered care and ensures that every resident receives attention tailored to their individual needs. They support their staff through competitive pay, ongoing development, and a comprehensive benefits package, ensuring a rewarding work environment. The company values empathy, respect, and support in all of its interactions with residents.

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