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 residents. This wide-ranging role involves responsibilities across housekeeping, cleaning, laundry, and catering, allowing you to contribute to creating a warm and homely environment. The job is suitable for people from diverse backgrounds with relevant life experiences and a compassionate, reliable, and practical approach.
Main duties of the job
The General Assistant role at a Barchester care home involves a variety of tasks to support the provision of high-quality care for residents. Responsibilities span housekeeping, cleaning, laundry, and catering, allowing you to play a part in creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. As a compassionate and reliable individual, you'll build positive relationships with residents and ensure their experience with the care home is a happy and meaningful one. The role provides the opportunity to develop your skills further through training and development courses.
About us
Barchester is a leading provider of care homes in the UK, dedicated to delivering the highest standards of care and support for residents. The company operates a network of care homes across the country, employing a team of dedicated and compassionate professionals to create a warm and nurturing environment for those in their care.
Details
Date posted
18 March 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£14.24 an hour
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
1475832199
Job locations
https://jobs.barchester.com/
Southampton
SO30 2ZS
Employer details
Employer name
Barchester Healthcare
Address
https://jobs.barchester.com/
Southampton
SO30 2ZS