SRK Care Assistant (a)
- 23 September 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Intermediate)
About the job
We are looking for you immediately as
SRK Care Assistant (a)
Bern | 80% - 100%
You enjoy working with elderly people and bring warmth and patience. In the West Building in Viererfeld, you will find a large, interdisciplinary team that provides inpatient care services for elderly people with varying care needs and some with dementia.
These are your tasks
- Accompany, support and contribute to the well-being of residents in everyday life
- Perform basic care according to needs and individual requirements
- Encourage residents in daily activities and maintain their independence
- Observe changes in residents’ condition and pass relevant information on to the team
- Ensure appreciative and respectful care of the residents
This is what sets you apart
- Completed training as an SRK Care Assistant
- Enjoyment in working with elderly people as well as strong social and service skills
- Independent, reliable and flexible working style
- Appreciative communication, good manners and empathy
- Good oral and written German skills as well as understanding of Swiss German (dialect)
- Resilience and composure even in demanding situations
This is what sets us apart
Attractive workplaces
You work either in Viererfeld, in close proximity to Bern city centre, or at Burgerspittel at Bahnhofplatz. Your workplace is very well accessible by public transport. Additionally, a free parking space is available when working in Viererfeld.
Enjoyment and community
You have access to free refreshments during breaks as well as heavily discounted lunch in the staff restaurant. You will experience our warm working culture at many joint events and celebrations.
Long-service gifts and attentions
We celebrate your birthday with a gift and after just three years we congratulate you with a loyalty bonus on your anniversary. With regular attentions on special occasions, we say thank you.
Considerate shift planning and holiday purchase
We appreciate your commitment and support your rest periods. We take your needs into account whenever possible and reward short-notice shifts and special assignments. You also have the option to increase your holiday entitlement by purchasing additional leave.
Supplementary social insurance
You benefit from supplementary pension fund contributions, of which we cover 60%. We have our own solid pension fund, fully cover your premiums for accident and daily sickness benefits insurance, and pay a childcare allowance.
Training and further education
You will be supported financially and with time credits for training and further education. You can also develop personally in everyday work; we will accompany you in this.
Questions about the position
Barbara Schlatter, Deputy Head of Care and Support BVF
+41 31 307 67 40
Barbara Schlatter, Deputy Head of Care and Support BVF
+41 31 307 67 40
Burgerspittel is the elderly care institution of the Burgergemeinde Bern. At the locations "Viererfeld" and "Bahnhofplatz", Burgerspittel offers suitable living arrangements for around 190 elderly people in a well-maintained environment. The offer is aimed at the entire population - membership of the Burgergemeinde is not a requirement. Around 200 employees are committed with great warmth and ensure a high quality of life for the residents with professional services in care, support, hospitality, administration and everyday activities.
