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 areas such as medication, assessments, care plans, or care reviews.
Main duties of the job
You should have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join us as a Senior Care Assistant. We also need to see that you have specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. We're looking for warm-hearted, compassionate individuals who are committed to providing personalised care and support. You'll have opportunities for ongoing training to develop your career; many of our Senior Care Assistants progress into Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing roles.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes, nursing homes, and retirement villages in the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care in a warm, welcoming, and vibrant environment.
Job responsibilities
About the role: As a Senior Care Assistant, you'll cater to our residents' diverse needs, supervising and motivating a team of Care Assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager. You will support the clinical team in areas such as medication management, assessments, care planning, and reviews. Always respecting the dignity and preferences of our residents, you'll contribute to creating a warm, welcoming, and vibrant environment.
About you: You should possess an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, with specific knowledge of elderly clinical care. We seek warm-hearted, compassionate individuals dedicated to delivering personalised care. There are ample opportunities for career progression, including roles as a Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nurse.
Rewards package
In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive salary, along with our sector-leading benefits, including free training, wellbeing support tools, retail discounts, referral bonuses, Employee of the Month rewards, and Long Service Awards. And much more!
If you want to apply your motivational and interpersonal skills in an organisation that values quality care, this is a rewarding place to work.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, with specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This position is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure check will be required to verify any previous criminal convictions.
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