About this role
Job summary 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 opportu
Main duties of the job As a Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, your primary responsibility is to address the diverse needs of residents, ensuring high-quality, person-centred care. This role involves supervising and motivating a team of Care Assistants, working closely with the Deputy General Manager. Additionally, you will support the clinical team in areas such as medication management, assessments, and care planning. Emphasizing respect for residents' dignity and preferences, you will contribute to a welcoming and vibrant environment. The role requires an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, alongside knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. Barchester seeks compassionate individuals dedicated to providing personalized care. This position offers career advancement opportunities, including training and development, and is accompanied by a rewarding benefits package, including competitive pay, free training, well-being tools, and retail discounts.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care services in the UK, renowned for its commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. With a network of care homes, Barchester Healthcare provides a wide range of services tailored to individual needs, ensuring a supportive and nurturing environment for residents. The organization is dedicated to continuous improvement and excellence, offering extensive training and development opportunities for its staff. Barchester Healthcare values compassion, respect, and professionalism in its workforce, striving to create a warm and inclusive atmosphere for both staff and residents. With a focus on innovation and quality care, Barchester Healthcare is a rewarding place to build a career in the healthcare sector, offering numerous opportunities for professional growth and development.
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'
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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, specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly
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
Solihull
B90 4EF
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)