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
Main duties of the job As a Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll have the responsibility of catering to the diverse needs of residents, ensuring that we provide quality, person-centred care and support. This role includes supervising and inspiring a team of Care Assistants in collaboration with the Deputy General Manager and supporting the clinical team with various tasks like handling medications, conducting assessments, and reviewing care plans. As a Senior Care Assistant, you will uphold the dignity and preferences of our residents, contributing to a warm, welcoming, and vibrant environment. Applicants should possess an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, with a specific understanding of clinical care for the elderly. We are in search of warm-hearted, compassionate individuals dedicated to providing personalised care to each resident. Our organisation offers numerous opportunities for career advancement through continuous training, extending possibilities for advancement to roles such as Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing positions.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care services in the UK, dedicated to delivering high-quality health and social care across its homes and hospitals. Established with a vision to meet the growing demands for exceptional care services, Barchester Healthcare operates over 200 care homes and seven registered hospitals across the UK, providing a wide range of care services including nursing, residential, and dementia care. The company's mission is centered around creating environments where residents feel comfortable, safe, and able to enjoy a high standard of living, with personalised support tailored to the needs of each individual. Barchester Healthcare places significant emphasis on training and developing its team members to ensure the delivery of excellent care and support to all residents, employees are encouraged to grow their professional skills and advance their careers within the organisation. As a sector leader, Barchester Healthcare is committed to enhancing the balance between work and personal life for its employees through various rewards and benefits.
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
Cirencester
GL7 5DT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)