About this role
Job summary ABOUT THE ROLE As a Night Senior Carer 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.
Main duties of the job As a Night Senior Carer at a Barchester care home, you'll be responsible for overseeing the varied needs of our residents, allowing us to provide quality, person-centered care and support. The job involves supervising and motivating a team of dedicated Care Assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager. Additionally, you'll support the clinical team in areas such as medication management, assessments, care plans, or care reviews. Respecting the dignity and preferences of our residents at all times is crucial, and you'll contribute to creating an environment that is welcoming and vibrant. To join us in this role, you need to have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, as well as specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. We are looking for individuals who are warm-hearted, compassionate, and committed to delivering personalized care and support to each resident. The role offers opportunities for career development through ongoing training, enabling limitless potential advancement within the organization.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality nursing and residential care in the UK. Known for its compassionate, person-centered approach, the company is committed to improving the lives of its residents through comprehensive care and support. Barchester operates across numerous care homes, offering an array of services that cater to individual resident needs, including specialized care for the elderly and those with dementia. The company prides itself on a warm, welcoming environment, ensuring all residents feel valued and supported. In addition to providing top-notch care, Barchester Healthcare focuses on staff development and well-being, offering numerous training opportunities and a supportive work environment for its employees. This approach not only enhances the quality of care provided to residents but also encourages staff to develop and grow in their careers. Barchester's commitment to quality and innovation in care makes it an employer of choice for many in the healthcare sector.
Job description Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Night Senior Carer 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
Southampton
SO30 2ZS
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)