Peripatetic Care Assistant

Barchester Healthcare • Leigh, Wiltshire, Wiltshire • Posted July 09, 2026

About the Role

ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Peripatetic Care Assistant with Barchester care homes, you'll 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. This is a full time role 48hrs days and nights. It's vital for us that every resident enjoys meaningful one-to-one time with our carers, every single shift.

Candidates must have a full driving licence as to support all homes in the region.

ABOUT YOU
A background in care is important for the role of Peripatetic Care Assistant, and you'll need a good understanding of elderly care. A Level...