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
Main duties of the job As a Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, your primary responsibility will be to address the various needs of our residents, ensuring a high standard of person-centred care and support is delivered consistently. This role involves not only providing care but also supervising and motivating a team of dedicated Care Assistants under the guidance of the Deputy General Manager. A critical part of your role will also be supporting the clinical team in specific areas such as medication management, assessments, crafting care plans, or participating in care reviews. Upholding the dignity and preferences of every resident is paramount; thus, your ability to foster an environment that is warm, welcoming, and vibrant is essential. Your journey with Barchester doesn't end here; there's potential for professional growth through our ongoing training opportunities, preparing you for avenues such as Care Practitioner or even nursing roles. In short, this position combines hands-on care, team leadership, and the potential for extensive professional development.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a renowned provider of care homes and services, dedicated to creating a nurturing and welcoming environment for its residents. Recognized for its commitment to quality care, Barchester Healthcare values each resident as a unique individual, ensuring that their needs are met with compassion and respect. With a network of care homes around the country, Barchester Healthcare prides itself on its ability to provide personalized care, from residential and nursing care to respite and palliative care. The organization is deeply invested in the professional development of its employees, offering various training opportunities to aid career progression and skill enhancement. At its core, Barchester is about delivering the quality care you would expect for your loved ones, fostering a culture of service, kindness, and respect. Employees are valued and rewarded not just through competitive pay but also with access to a sector-leading benefits package, including emotional well-being support and retail discounts.
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
Church Stretton
SY6 7AA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)