Night Senior Carer

Job summary

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 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 Unli

Main duties of the job

As a Night Senior Carer at a Barchester care home, you'll be responsible for looking after our residents' diverse needs and delivering quality, person-centred care and support. This role includes supervising and inspiring a dedicated team of Care Assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager. You'll also support the clinical team in areas such as medication, assessments, care plans, or care reviews. We require an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join as a Senior Care Assistant, along with specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. The position offers opportunities for career development, with many Senior Carer Assistants advancing to roles such as Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing positions. You'll be rewarded with a competitive pay rate and a sector-leading benefits package, including free training, retail discounts, and bonuses. If you're committed to providing compassionate and individualised care, this role will offer a rewarding environment with limitless opportunities for growth.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading care provider offering care and support to individuals across the UK. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional care that meets the specific needs of our residents, ensuring a high quality and person-centred approach. Our care homes provide a welcoming and vibrant environment where respect for dignity and individual preferences of our residents are paramount. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to develop your career through ongoing training and development, allowing you to progress into various roles within the healthcare sector. Our benefits package is designed to reward dedication, offering a competitive pay rate along with sector-leading benefits and rewards, including free training, wellbeing support, retail discounts, and bonus schemes. We are committed to providing a supportive environment that fosters growth and development for our employees while ensuring quality care for our residents.

Details

• Date posted: 23 June 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £15.39 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 1520008671
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Southampton, SO30 2ZS, 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.