Overview

This is a NHS role (permanent) with Barchester Healthcare based in Banbury, OX15 6EH. The advertised salary is Negotiable. Applications close on 23 October 2026. GovJobs has indexed this vacancy from its official source — use the apply button to view the full advert and apply directly.

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE As 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 YOU If 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 PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll r

As an Admin Assistant at a Barchester care home, you will carry out a range of responsibilities to help deliver the quality care and support residents deserve. The role involves answering the phone, handling files, supporting managers, and meeting and greeting visitors. Engaging with residents and showing prospective clients around are also included. If you have good multi-tasking abilities, computer skills, and a confident telephone manner, this role may be suitable for you. Being a people person is important, as you'll take a genuine interest in residents and their families. In return for your dedication, you will receive a competitive rate of pay plus a sector-leading benefits and rewards package including free training and development, access to wellbeing tools, retail discounts, unlimited referrals with a 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme, and 'Employee of the Month' rewards.

Barchester Healthcare is an established company known for providing high-quality care and support in its care homes. With a reputation for excellence and a commitment to creating vibrant and happy environments, Barchester Healthcare aims to meet the highest standards of care. As part of the company's ethos, it values its employees and offers comprehensive support and development opportunities to help staff excel in their roles. With many care homes in their network, Barchester Healthcare provides a rewarding workplace for those looking to make a positive impact in the lives of residents. Their rewards package, including competitive pay and extensive benefits, reflects their appreciation for the dedication and hard work of their team members. This commitment to both quality care and staff support makes Barchester Healthcare a leader in the caregiving sector, maintaining a standard that others aspire to achieve.

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.

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.

Good computer skills and a confident telephone manner. Ability to multi-task is essential.

Good computer skills and a confident telephone manner. Ability to multi-task is essential.

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 name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Banbury

OX15 6EH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Banbury

OX15 6EH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

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