Senior Care Assistant - Care Home

As a Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you will support the diverse needs of residents by delivering quality and individual care. The position involves supervising a team of Care Assistants and collaborating with the Deputy General Manager. Responsibilities may include aiding the clinical team with medication, assessments, and care plans. All candidates must possess an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care and have a solid background in elderly clinical care. This full-time position comprises 36 hours per week during the night shift. Benefits include a competitive wage, free training, staff wellness tools, retail discounts, a referral bonus scheme, and more. Opportunities for career progression are available with potential roles as a Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or Nurse.

A £500 Golden Hello is just one of the ways we'll reward you when you join Barchester in this role.

ABOUT THE ROLEAs 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. 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.

This is a full time 36hrs Nights role

ABOUT YOU 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.

REWARDS PACKAGEIn 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.

Barchester Healthcare is a prominent provider of care services with a widespread network of care homes and health care professionals focused on delivering exceptional care for the elderly and other individuals requiring support. Their mission centers around quality care tailored for each resident, maintained through expert-led teams who are both compassionate and dedicated. They offer a varied portfolio of care solutions including residential care, nursing care, and support for individuals with dementia. Besides providing a vibrant environment, they emphasize the importance of employee development, offering extensive support and professional advancement paths. Barchester Healthcare champions the dignity, individuality, and respect of all individuals, aiming to create a home-like environment for their residents.

Qualifications

Essential: - NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care