Senior Care Assistant - Care Home
Barchester Healthcare
Willesborough, Ashford
Salary
£28,787
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
As a Senior Care Assistant, you'll supervise a team of care assistants, support the clinical team, and help deliver person-centred care to residents in a care home. This role suits someone who enjoys leading a team and supporting vulnerable adults. You'll work in a fast-paced environment and need to be able to multitask and stay calm under pressure.
What you'll need
- You'll need at least 2 years of experience as a care assistant in a care home or similar setting.
- You'll be able to lead a team and motivate others to deliver high-quality care.
- You'll have good communication and problem-solving skills.
- You'll be able to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends.
- You'll be willing to learn and take on new responsibilities.
How to boost your chances
- Consider volunteering in a care home to gain experience and build your skills.
- Think about taking a leadership or management course to develop your supervisory skills.
- Make sure you're aware of the skills and qualifications needed to work in a care home, such as a Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care.
- Be prepared to work in a fast-paced environment and be flexible with your working hours.
- Research Barchester Healthcare and their values to make sure you're a good fit for the company.
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Job description
ABOUT THE ROLE- A £500 Golden Hello is just one of the ways we'll reward you when you join Barchester in this 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 medicati…
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Provenance
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Adzuna
First seen
9 August 2026
Last checked
24 August 2026
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