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Job summary ABOUT THE ROLE This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the different needs of our residents to enable us to deliver quality, person-centred care and support. Your role will involve supervising and inspiring a team of dedicated Care Assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager. You can also expect to support the clinical team in a specific area, such as medication, assessments, care plans or care reviews. Like everyone here, as a Senior Care Assistant, you'll always respect the dignity and preferences of our residents as well playing your own part in creating an environment that's warm, welcoming and vibrant. ABOUT YOU You should have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join us as a Bank Senior Care Assistant. We'll also need to see that you have specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. We're looking for people who are warm-hearted, compassionate and committed to giving each resident individualised care and support. You'll have the opportunity to develop you
Main duties of the job This role is a casual, part-time position offering flexibility, where a Bank Senior Care Assistant at Barchester care home will address varied resident needs to provide quality, person-centred care. It involves supervising and motivating a team of Care Assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager, and supporting the clinical team in areas like medication, assessments, care plans or reviews. This role respects resident dignity and preferences, fostering a warm and welcoming atmosphere. A requisite is having an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care and clinical care knowledge for the elderly. Career development opportunities abound, leading to potential roles like Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing. The role offers flexibility with competitive pay and free learning opportunities, operating on an as-needed basis for cover during leaves or absences. It's suitable for individuals with motivational and interpersonal skills who seek a rewarding caregiving environment.
About us Barchester Healthcare is seeking a Senior Care Assistant for their care home in Hextable. Barchester Healthcare is renowned for its commitment to providing exceptional care and support to its residents. As a leader in the healthcare sector, Barchester places great emphasis on delivering quality, person-centred care and support. Employees at Barchester Healthcare have opportunities for career growth through continuous training and development. The company fosters an inclusive and compassionate work environment where employees are encouraged to respect the dignity and preferences of the residents. As a reputable healthcare organization, Barchester Healthcare offers competitive pay, flexible employment opportunities, and values the professional development of its staff. Barchester upholds high standards in elderly care, aiming to create a warm and welcoming environment across its care homes, ensuring residents receive the care they expect for their loved ones.
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ABOUT THE ROLEThis is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the different needs of our residents to enable us to deliver quality, person-centred care and support. Your role will involve supervising and inspiring a team of dedicated Care Assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager. You can also expect to support the clinical team in a specific area, such as medication, assessments, care plans or care reviews. Like everyone here, as a Senior Care Assistant, you'll always respect the dignity and preferences of our residents as well playing your own part in creating an environment that's warm, welcoming and vibrant.
ABOUT YOU You should have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join us as a Bank Senior Care Assistant. We'll also need to see that you have specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. We're looking for people who are warm-hearted, compassionate and committed to giving each resident individualised care and support. You'll have the opportunity to develop your career through ongoing training opportunities, so there's no limit to how far you can go with us. Many of our Senior Carer Assistants progress into Care Practitioner, Regional Carer or nursing roles.
REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously.
As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary.
If you'd like to use your motivational 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.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care
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
Hextable
BR8 7SG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)