Night Senior Carer
Barchester Healthcare
Littleham, ExmouthView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£35,131
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
As a Night Senior Carer, you'll supervise a team of carers, support the clinical team, and help residents with their needs at night. This role suits someone who's a good leader, can work well under pressure, and is passionate about delivering quality care. You'll work in a team to make sure residents get the best possible care, especially at night when they might need more support.
What you'll need
- You'll need to be a qualified carer, ideally with a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
- Experience in a care home setting is a must, especially at night.
- You'll need to be able to lead a team and make decisions in a pressurised environment.
- Good communication and organisational skills are essential.
- You'll need to be flexible and willing to work varied shifts, including nights.
How to boost your chances
- Consider volunteering or taking on a part-time care role to gain more experience and build your skills.
- Think about taking a course to improve your leadership and management skills.
- Make sure you highlight your experience of working in a care home and your ability to lead a team in your application.
- Practice your communication skills by talking to people from different backgrounds and with different needs.
- Get familiar with the care home's policies and procedures before the interview.
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Job description
As a Night 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. 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.
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.
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.
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First seen
9 August 2026
Last checked
18 October 2026
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