Care Assistant – Care Home

Company: NHS
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Location: Wimborne Minster
Job Description:

As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you’ll help residents enjoy each day by ensuring they receive quality care and support.

You will assist with daily living, including meal and drink preparation and personalized care, and provide companionship to create memorable moments. If you have experience caring for older people, a can‑do attitude, and strong communication skills, you will bring empathy and warmth to every interaction.

Main duties of the job

  • Assist with daily living, including meal and drink preparation, personal care, and adherence to care plans.
  • Provide companionship and support to promote residents’ independence.
  • Maintain a clean, safe environment for residents and staff.
  • Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to support residents’ physical, emotional, and social well‑being.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a renowned provider of exceptional care and support services. It operates numerous care homes and hospitals across the UK, offering a warm and supportive environment for both residents and staff.

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLE—You will support residents by ensuring they receive quality care, companionship, and support with daily living tasks, food and drink, and individualized care plans.

ABOUT YOU—You require experience caring for older people, a can‑do approach, excellent communication skills, and empathy. You will bring compassion to deliver the highest standard of care.

REWARDS PACKAGE

  • 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.

Person Specification

Selected candidates will have a proven track record in caring for older people.

Qualifications

  • Some experience of caring for older people, excellent communication skills, empathy, and a warm‑hearted approach.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service is required to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Depending on experience, salary expectations will be discussed at the interview stage.

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Posted: July 23rd, 2026