Job summary
As a General Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of tasks to help provide quality care and support for the residents. This wide-reaching role involves diverse responsibilities across housekeeping, cleaning, laundry, and catering, allowing you to play a part in creating a warm and homely environment. Your caring and empathetic approach will be crucial in building positive relationships with the residents and ensuring their experience is happy and meaningful.
Main duties of the job
As a General Assistant, you'll be responsible for a variety of tasks to support the daily operations of the care home. This includes housekeeping, cleaning, laundry, and catering duties. You'll need to be reliable, compassionate, and always ready to make a difference. The role requires practical skills and the ability to adapt to different tasks. Barchester Healthcare will provide comprehensive training to help you thrive in this position.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care homes in the UK. They are committed to creating a warm and welcoming environment for their residents, with a focus on person-centred care. The organization offers a competitive rewards package, including training and development opportunities, access to wellbeing and support tools, and a range of retail discounts.
Details
Date posted
26 January 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£14.24 an hour
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
1456839136
Job locations
Barchester Healthcare
Maidstone
ME17 3ZB
Employer details
Employer name
Barchester Healthcare
Address
Barchester Healthcare
Maidstone
ME17 3ZB