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Barchester Healthcare

Care Assistant - Care Home

The closing date is 17 March 2026

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Job summary

The role of a Care Assistant at Barchester Healthcare's care home in Ludlow involves providing high-quality care and support to the residents. You will be responsible for assisting with daily living activities, ensuring the residents' wellbeing, and creating meaningful connections through companionship and shared experiences. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of older people while developing your skills and career in the care sector.

Main duties of the job

As a Care Assistant, you will be responsible for a range of duties that contribute to the overall care and support of the residents. This includes assisting with personal care, helping with meals and drinks, following care plans, and engaging residents in activities to promote their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. You will also provide one-on-one time with the residents, building relationships and creating lasting memories. The role requires excellent communication skills, empathy, and a genuine passion for delivering compassionate care.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care homes across the United Kingdom. The company is committed to delivering person-centered care that meets the unique needs and preferences of each resident. Barchester Healthcare invests in the training and development of its staff, fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where employees can thrive and grow their careers.

Details

Date posted

16 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.56 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

1454797087

Job locations

Barchester Healthcare

Ludlow

SY8 1LS


Job description

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs 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 doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career.

ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive.

REWARDS PACKAGE

In 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 rolesAccess to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savingsUnlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus schemeEmployee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'

And so much more!

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs 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 doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career.

ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive.

REWARDS PACKAGE

In 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 rolesAccess to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savingsUnlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus schemeEmployee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'

And so much more!

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • To be a successful Care Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you will need to have previous experience in caring for older people. A can-do attitude, excellent communication skills, and a warm-hearted approach are essential. You should also demonstrate empathy, compassion, and a commitment to providing the highest standard of care and support for all residents.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • To be a successful Care Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you will need to have previous experience in caring for older people. A can-do attitude, excellent communication skills, and a warm-hearted approach are essential. You should also demonstrate empathy, compassion, and a commitment to providing the highest standard of care and support for all residents.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Ludlow

SY8 1LS


Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Ludlow

SY8 1LS


Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

Barchester Healthcare

Recruitment@barchester.com

Details

Date posted

16 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.56 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

1454797087

Job locations

Barchester Healthcare

Ludlow

SY8 1LS


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