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 opportunit
Main duties of the job As a Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, your responsibility entails taking care of the various needs of residents to help us offer quality, person-centred care and assistance. Supervising and motivating a team of committed Care Assistants together with the Deputy General Manager will form part of your responsibilities. You might also support the clinical team in areas like medication, assessments, care plans, or care reviews. Respecting the dignity and preferences of our residents is crucial, and as an employee, you will contribute towards creating an inviting and vibrant environment. Seeking applicants with an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care who possess specific knowledge of elderly clinical care. Ideal candidates will be warm-hearted, compassionate, and dedicated to offering individualized care and support to each resident. Career advancement opportunities exist through ongoing training, with many Senior Care Assistants advancing to Care Practitioner, Regional Carer or nursing positions.
About us Barchester Healthcare is committed to providing quality, person-centred care and support for residents in its care homes. Barchester aims to create a warm, welcoming, and vibrant environment where the dignity and preferences of residents are respected. Opportunities for career advancement are offered through various training programs, allowing staff the chance to progress within the company. Barchester works to uphold high standards in its operations, focusing on the compassionate and individualized care of each resident. Employee benefits include competitive pay, wellbeing tools, retail discounts, and a bonus scheme, showing the organization's dedication to its team. Barchester values motivation and people skills, offering chances for employees to further their careers, with many Senior Care Assistants advancing to higher roles within the company.
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
You should have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care. Specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly is also required.
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
Wimborne
BH21 2DJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)