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
Main duties of the job As a Senior Care Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you will oversee and meet the varying needs of residents to deliver quality, person-centred care. The role involves supervising and motivating a team of Care Assistants along with the Deputy General Manager. You will support the clinical team in areas like medication, assessments, care plans, or care reviews. Respect for residents dignity and preferences are paramount, and you will contribute to creating a welcoming and vibrant environment. You are required to have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care and specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. Opportunities for career development through ongoing training are provided, paving the way for progression into roles such as Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing. Benefits include a competitive rate of pay, free training and development, access to well-being and support tools, and retail discounts. There are also incentives such as the referral bonus scheme and rewards like 'Employee of the Month'.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a respected provider of care services to residents across the UK, known for its commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centric care in a warm and welcoming environment. With a network of care homes and hospitals, Barchester sets itself apart by focusing on individuality, dignity, and creating vibrant communities for its residents. It offers varied roles and opportunities for career progression, emphasizing the importance of a compassionate and supportive team. Staff at Barchester are recognized for their dedication through industry-leading benefits and rewards. This includes ongoing training programs that aim to develop the skills of employees, enabling many to advance into new roles and areas of expertise within the organization. The companys ethos prioritizes the well-being of residents and staff alike, ensuring everyone receives the high standard of care and support expected in a professional care setting.
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.
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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
Blackpool
FY3 9HF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)