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
Main duties of the job As a Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you will be responsible for addressing the diverse needs of residents to ensure the delivery of quality, person-centred care and support. The job involves supervising and inspiring a team of dedicated Care Assistants in collaboration with the Deputy General Manager. You'll have the opportunity to assist the clinical team in specific areas such as medication, assessments, and care plans. Treating residents with dignity and respecting their preferences is a crucial part of the role. Applicants should have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care and specific clinical knowledge related to elderly care. Barchester Healthcare values warm-hearted and compassionate individuals who are committed to providing individualised care and support to each resident. Career development opportunities are available, making this an excellent place to grow your career, potentially progressing into roles like Care Practitioner, Regional Carer or even nursing.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a company dedicated to providing exceptional care services. Specialising in supporting individuals in care homes, Barchester Healthcare has a strong commitment to delivering quality and personalised care. They focus on creating a warm and welcoming environment for their residents, ensuring that each individual's dignity and preferences are always respected. Barchester Healthcare is known for valuing compassionate and dedicated staff, offering them opportunities for ongoing training and career development. The organisation strives to foster a vibrant community within its care homes, supporting both staff and residents. Employees are encouraged to use their motivational and interpersonal skills to contribute to an environment that feels like home to the residents. With sector-leading benefits and rewards packages, Barchester Healthcare recognises and rewards the commitment and hard work of its team.
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
Croydon
CR8 3HP
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)