Peripatetic Care Assistant

Updated: April 27, 2024 03:56 AM GMT

Barchester Healthcare

Royston, Barnsley

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Peripatetic Care Assistant with Barchester care homes, youll 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 Peripatetic Care Assistant is very varied and also involves providing support and companionship. Its 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 Peripatetic Care Assistant, and youll 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, youll also have a C or above in GCSE... More Detail