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Senior Carer - Residential Care Home
Barchester Healthcare
Home Office register entry: BARCHESTER HEALTHCARE LIMITED, LONDON
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Closest occupation match: SOC 1232, Residential, day and domiciliary care managers and proprietors. Pay for this occupation is set by national pay scales (NHS bands), so no single Home Office going rate applies.
This occupation falls under the Health and Care Worker route. Public reference figures for that route: the general salary minimum is £25,000 a year, and salaries set by national pay scales (NHS bands) at or above the relevant band rate typically meet the occupation's requirement. Individual eligibility depends on personal circumstances. These figures are public reference information, not advice or a verdict on this job.
Role description
Job summary
ABOUT THE ROLE As a Residential Senior Carer 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. You will be responsible for leading a team of care staff, which will include training, supervisions and delegating duties on shift. You will also support with the administering and ordering of medication, reviewing and updating resident care plans and risk assessment, and liaising with GP's, district nursing teams and resident family members. Like everyone here, as a Residential 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 The successful candidate will have NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join us as a Residential Senior Care Assistant. You will have previous experience in a residential care setting along with proven team leadership skills and the ability to make appropriate decisions to support the needs and wellbeing of our Residents. We're looking for people who are warm-hearted, compassionate and committed to giving each resi
Main duties of the job
As a Residential Senior Carer at a Barchester care home, you will manage the diverse needs of residents, ensuring quality, person-centred care. You will lead a team of care staff, handle training, supervise, and delegate duties during shifts. Responsibilities include assisting with medication administration and orders, updating resident care plans, conducting risk assessments, and engaging with GPs, district nursing teams, and resident families. You must respect residents dignity and preferences and contribute to a warm and vibrant environment. The role requires an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, prior experience in residential care, and strong team leadership skills.
About us
Barchester Healthcare operates care homes where they prioritize delivering person-centred care tailored to their residents' individual needs. They value creating a warm environment that respects each individual's dignity. As part of their workforce, employees are expected to contribute to this atmosphere and engage with residents and their families empathetically. Barchester Healthcare offers a supportive setting that provides employees with various training and development opportunities, encouraging career progression. The organisation appreciates the efforts of its employees and recognizes them through competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.
Details
Date posted
12 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£15.50 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
1536350822
Job locations
Barchester Healthcare
Lichfield
WS13 8JD
United Kingdom
Last verified against our ingestion on 13 August 2026; sponsor register dataset 2026-08-25.