About this role
Job summary ABOUT THE ROLE As a 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 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 PACKAGE In 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' And so much more! 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.
Main duties of the job As a Senior Care Assistant, you will be responsible for providing high-quality, person-centred care and support to residents at a Barchester care home. Your role will include supervising and inspiring a team of Care Assistants while assisting the Deputy General Manager. You will also support the clinical team in areas such as medication management, assessments, care plans, and care reviews. The role demands respecting the dignity and preferences of residents, creating a warm and vibrant environment. Candidates should possess an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care and have a specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. Barchester offers career development opportunities, allowing you to progress into roles like Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing. The role includes a competitive salary, free training, well-being support, retail discounts, referral bonuses, and employee rewards. This position is ideal for those passionate about making a difference in elderly care.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care home services in the UK, offering high-quality, person-centred care. With a focus on elderly care, Barchester provides a warm, welcoming, and vibrant environment for both residents and staff. The organisation is committed to the professional development of its employees, offering training and career progression opportunities. Barchester values the dignity and preferences of each resident, ensuring that care is tailored to individual needs. Employees benefit from a sector-leading rewards package, including competitive pay rates, well-being support, retail discounts, referral bonuses, and long-service awards. With a range of career paths available, Barchester Healthcare is dedicated to building a skilled and compassionate workforce. The organisation prides itself on delivering the quality care that one would expect for their loved ones, making it a rewarding place to work for those in the care industry.
Job description Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLEAs a 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 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 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'
And so much more!
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
Fareham
PO15 5NZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)