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. SHIFT TIMES: Must be available to work alternative weekends. 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 Practit
Main duties of the job As a Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the different needs of our residents to deliver quality, person-centred care and support. Your role involves supervising and inspiring a team of dedicated Care Assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager. You can expect to support the clinical team in a specific area, such as medication, assessments, care plans, or care reviews. You'll always respect the dignity and preferences of our residents, contributing to a warm, welcoming, and vibrant environment. You should have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care. Specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly is also required. We're looking for individuals who are compassionate and committed to providing individualized care and support. Shift work includes alternative weekends. Career development through ongoing training opportunities is available, with many Senior Care Assistants progressing into advanced roles.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a well-established provider of care homes and related healthcare services in the United Kingdom. Known for delivering high-quality, person-centred care, Barchester Healthcare operates numerous facilities specializing in elderly care, dementia, and other specialized health conditions. The organization is dedicated to creating a supportive and welcoming environment for both residents and staff, ensuring the dignity and preferences of those they care for. Barchester Healthcare places a strong emphasis on staff development, offering comprehensive training programs and career progression opportunities. Employees are encouraged to expand their skills and advance into roles such as Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, and even nursing positions. The company also provides a competitive benefits package, including rewards and recognition programs, to support the well-being and professional growth of its team members.
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.
SHIFT TIMES: Must be available to work alternative weekends.
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.
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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
Swindon
SN5 0AD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)