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ABOUT THE ROLE 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. 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 you
Main duties of the job
As a Night Senior Carer at Barchester Healthcare, you will be responsible for looking after the diverse needs of residents, ensuring the delivery of quality, person-centred care and support. This role involves supervising and inspiring a team of dedicated Care Assistants as well as supporting the clinical team in areas like medication, assessments, care plans, or care reviews. Respect for the dignity and preferences of residents is a core value, along with creating a warm, welcoming, and vibrant environment. This position requires an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, with specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. The role offers career development through ongoing training opportunities, with potential progression into Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing roles. Barchester provides a competitive salary and benefits package, including free training, well-being support, retail discounts, and an employee recognition program. This role is a great fit for compassionate individuals committed to providing individualized care and support.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider in the care industry, committed to offering high-quality, person-centred care in a warm, welcoming, and vibrant environment. With numerous care homes across various locations, Barchester is dedicated to meeting the individual needs of its residents and ensuring that they receive the utmost dignity and support. The organization prides itself on creating communities where residents feel respected and valued. Staff at Barchester are motivated and empowered through training and career advancement opportunities to grow within the organization. Many Senior Care Assistants progress into roles such as Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing positions, showcasing the supportive and nurturing work culture. Employees are rewarded not only with competitive pay but also with sector-leading benefits, including free training, well-being support, retail discounts, and more. Joining Barchester means being part of a compassionate team that strives to offer care that one would expect for their loved ones.
Details
- Date posted: 14 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £14.31 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
- Reference number: 1526485193
- Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Newport, PO30 2EP, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLEAs 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.
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.
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Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care
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This advert is for Night Senior Carer with Barchester Healthcare in Bristol, South East, England. It is listed as a Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £14.31 an hour. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 12 Sep 2026.
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