Senior Care Assistant - Care Home

Role description

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 Carer Assistants progress into Care Practitioner, Regional Carer or nursing roles.

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Care Assistant at Barchester, you'll meet the diverse needs of residents, helping deliver high-quality, person-centered care. You'll work closely with the Deputy General Manager to supervise and motivate a team of Care Assistants. You will also support clinical duties in areas like medication, assessments, care plans, or reviews. Adhering to residents' dignity and personal preferences is key in maintaining a warm, welcoming environment. Having an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care is necessary. The role encourages career growth via ongoing training, with many progressing to roles such as Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing positions. The rewards package includes competitive pay, free training, referral bonuses, and more. Barchester is a rewarding place for those motivated and skilled in people care.

About us

Barchester Healthcare, a reputable provider in the healthcare sector, offers a rewarding environment where dedication and compassion are key. With numerous care homes across the country, Barchester supports career development and emphasizes a culture of continuous improvement. Employees are encouraged to progress within roles, often moving into various care-related pathways such as Care Practitioner or Regional Carer. Barchester values its staff, offering competitive compensation and benefits like free training, access to wellbeing tools, and retail discounts. Their vision is to deliver superior, individualized care in nursing, residential, and dementia settings, reflecting the standards they expect for personal family members.