Senior Care Assistant - Care Home

Job summary

ABOUT THE 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 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.

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll be responsible for the different needs of our residents, ensuring the delivery of quality, person-centred care and support. This role involves supervising and inspiring a team of dedicated Care Assistants, collaborating with the Deputy General Manager. You will support the clinical team in specific areas such as medication, assessments, care plans, or reviews. As a Senior Care Assistant, you'll respect the dignity and preferences of our residents while contributing to a warm, welcoming, and vibrant environment. We seek individuals with an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, possessing knowledge in elderly clinical care. Ideal candidates should be warm-hearted, compassionate, and dedicated to providing individualised care and support. Barchester offers ongoing training and development opportunities, enabling career advancement in roles such as Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing positions.

About us

Barchester Healthcare provides quality, person-centred care for residents in its care homes. The organisation is committed to delivering support that meets the specific needs of each individual. At Barchester, employees are expected to respect the dignity and preferences of every resident. The company encourages a team-oriented environment where staff supervise, inspire, and support each other in delivering exceptional care. Barchester offers extensive training and development opportunities for its employees, nurturing their career growth. The company is dedicated to creating a warm, welcoming, and vibrant atmosphere in its care settings, ensuring the well-being and satisfaction of residents. Barchester values compassion, commitment, and a professional approach in its employees, recognizing their dedication with competitive pay rates and a sector-leading benefits package. Being part of Barchester means contributing to a rewarding environment that mirrors the high standard of care one would expect for their loved ones.

Details

• Date posted: 07 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £17.41 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 1524439601
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Truro, TR1 3EB, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

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.

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.