Regional Senior Care Assistant

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Regional Senior Care Assistant with Barchester care homes, you'll deliver warm, empathetic and respectful care and support across a 20-mile radius to help our residents get the most out of life. On a practical level, you can expect to monitor the delivery of care when on duty, contribute to the person-centred care planning process for each resident and record observations on things like temperature and blood pressure amongst a range of other important tasks. The role of Regional Care Assistant is very varied and also involves providing support and companionship. It's vital for us that every resident enjoys meaningful one-to-one time with our carers, every single shift. ABOUT YOU A background in care is important for the role of Regional Senior Care Assistant, and you'll need a good understanding of elderly care. A Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care is essential with a view to complete an NVQ 3, a good understanding of the wider healthcare industry is required. Ideally, you'll also have a C or above in GCSE English and Maths. Dedicated and compassionate, your passion for people means you'll go above and beyond to support the wellbeing of residents. Because you'll be travelling across the area, you'll either need your own car or re

Main duties of the job

As a Regional Senior Care Assistant with Barchester care homes, you'll deliver warm, empathetic and respectful care and support across a 20-mile radius. On a practical level, you can expect to monitor the delivery of care when on duty, contribute to the person-centred care planning process for each resident, and record observations on things like temperature and blood pressure. The role is varied and involves providing support and companionship. A background in care is important, with a Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care essential. A good understanding of elderly care and the wider healthcare industry is required. Access to a car is necessary, and travel mileage will be covered. There are benefits and bonuses, such as a bonus for achieving a 'Good' rating during an inspection, free training and development, and various discounts.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a highly respected company providing top-quality care for its residents. They deliver empathetic and respectful care and support, ensuring that every resident enjoys meaningful one-to-one time with carers. Barchester places a strong emphasis on person-centred care, highly valuing the well-being of residents. Employees are supported with free training and development opportunities, encouraging them to grow in their roles. Furthermore, Barchester offers a range of benefits, such as a competitive rate of pay, access to wellbeing tools, and various retail discounts. There is also a Refer a Friend bonus scheme, Employee of the Month rewards, and Long Service Awards.

Details

• Date posted: 21 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £16 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 1528813633
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Ashington, NE63 8HE, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Regional Senior Care Assistant with Barchester care homes, you'll deliver warm, empathetic and respectful care and support across a 20-mile radius to help our residents get the most out of life. On a practical level, you can expect to monitor the delivery of care when on duty, contribute to the person-centred care planning process for each resident and record observations on things like temperature and blood pressure amongst a range of other important tasks. The role of Regional Care Assistant is very varied and also involves providing support and companionship. It's vital for us that every resident enjoys meaningful one-to-one time with our carers, every single shift.

ABOUT YOUA background in care is important for the role of Regional Senior Care Assistant, and you'll need a good understanding of elderly care. A Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care is essential with a view to complete an NVQ 3, a good understanding of the wider healthcare industry is required. Ideally, you'll also have a C or above in GCSE English and Maths. Dedicated and compassionate, your passion for people means you'll go above and beyond to support the wellbeing of residents. Because you'll be travelling across the area, you'll either need your own car or ready access to one. We'll cover your mileage when you travel over five miles from your main home, and if you're on duty at the time of an inspection and we achieve a Good' rating, you'll qualify for a bonus.

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 care experience 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.