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Admin Assistant - Care Home

Barchester Healthcare

Chester, CH1 6NE £14 a year Permanent Posted 29 August 2026 Apply by 27 October 2026

Home Office register entry: BARCHESTER HEALTHCARE LIMITED, LONDON

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Role description

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLEAs an Admin Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of responsibilities to help us deliver the quality care and support our residents deserve. In this varied role, we'll need you to answer the phone, handle our files and support our managers. You'll also meet and greet visitors, engage with residents and show prospective clients and their families around so they can see what makes us so different. Across everything you do as an Admin Assistant here, you'll go out of your way to help us create a vibrant, happy environment.ABOUT YOUIf you have the ability to multi-task, good computer skills and a confident telephone manner you could be well-suited to the Admin Assistant role with us. It's also really important that you're a people person you'll take a genuine interest in our residents and their families. If that sounds like you, we'll give you the opportunity to develop your skills with courses that have been designed to build your confidence across all

Main duties of the job

As an Admin Assistant at Barchester care home, you will be involved in various activities that help us provide high-quality care and support to our residents. Your tasks will include answering phones, managing files, and supporting our managers. An essential part of your role will be to interact with residents and visitors, including showcasing our facilities to prospective clients and their families, highlighting what makes us unique. You will contribute to creating a vibrant and positive environment. If you have strong multitasking abilities, good computer skills, and a confident telephone manner, you might be well-suited for this position. Being a "people person" is crucial as you should genuinely care about our residents and their families. We offer opportunities to enhance your skills through tailored training courses. We reward your dedication with a competitive rate of pay and a range of benefits including free training, access to support tools, retail discounts, and a Refer a Friend bonus scheme.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a distinguished provider of high-quality healthcare services, known for its dedication to enhancing the lives of its residents. Operating numerous care homes across the UK, Barchester Healthcare focuses on delivering exceptional standards of care and support. The organization prides itself on creating a warm and welcoming environment in its facilities, promoting happiness and wellness among residents and staff alike. Barchester Healthcare is committed to offering rewarding careers with continuous development opportunities for its employees. The organization provides a sector-leading benefits package, ensuring both personnel and residents enjoy a thriving community. With a focus on innovation and person-centered care, Barchester Healthcare remains a trusted name in the healthcare sector, continually striving to exceed expectations and meet the diverse needs of its community. The organization values compassion, integrity, and excellence, making it an excellent place for personal and professional growth.

Details

Date posted

29 August 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.22 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

1542975952

Job locations

Barchester Healthcare

Chester

CH1 6NE

United Kingdom


Job description

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs an Admin Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of responsibilities to help us deliver the quality care and support our residents deserve. In this varied role, we'll need you to answer the phone, handle our files and support our managers. You'll also meet and greet visitors, engage with residents and show prospective clients and their families around so they can see what makes us so different. Across everything you do as an Admin Assistant here, you'll go out of your way to help us create a vibrant, happy environment.

ABOUT YOUIf you have the ability to multi-task, good computer skills and a confident telephone manner you could be well-suited to the Admin Assistant role with us. It's also really important that you're a people person you'll take a genuine interest in our residents and their families. If that sounds like you, we'll give you the opportunity to develop your skills with courses that have been designed to build your confidence across all your responsibilities.

REWARDS PACKAGEIn 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 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'

Workplace Pension scheme, with Employer contributions from 3%

And so much more!

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

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Ability to multi-task, good computer skills, confident telephone manner, and strong interpersonal skills.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Chester

CH1 6NE

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/

Last verified against our ingestion on 1 September 2026; sponsor register dataset 2026-08-25.