Job summary
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.
Overview
Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes in the UK, offering a range of high-quality care services to residents. The Senior Care Assistant role involves supervising and supporting a team of Care Assistants, as well as contributing to the clinical aspects of care delivery. You will need to have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, as well as specific knowledge of caring for the elderly.
Details
Date posted: 09 September 2025
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £14.29 an hour
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 1379622720
Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Thurso, KW14 7UQ
Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLE As a Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you will 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. You will always respect the dignity and preferences of our residents and contribute to creating a warm, welcoming and vibrant environment.
About you
REQUIRED You should have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join us as a Senior Care Assistant. You’ll also need specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. We are looking for warm-hearted, compassionate individuals who are 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 package
In 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.
Qualifications
Essential: NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care; specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly.
Disclosure and UK Registration
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service may be required. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the UK NHS Careers website.
Employer details
Barchester Healthcare
Address: Barchester Healthcare, Thurso, KW14 7UQ
Website: https://www.barchester.com/
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