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. You'll have the opportunity to develop your c

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll be responsible for various tasks to meet the needs of our residents and provide high-quality, person-centred care. This includes supervising a team of Care Assistants and supporting the clinical team with tasks such as medication, assessments, care plans, or care reviews. The position requires you to respect the dignity and preferences of our residents while fostering a warm and welcoming environment. Applicants should hold an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, with knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. We seek individuals who are warm-hearted, compassionate, and dedicated to providing individualised care. There are opportunities for career development and progression into roles like Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing. Additional benefits include free training, access to well-being tools, retail discounts, and various rewards and bonus schemes.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes offering quality services and support across the UK. They prioritize person-centred care, ensuring that each resident's individual needs and preferences are respected and met. Barchester Healthcare emphasizes creating a homely, welcoming environment that promotes warmth and vibrancy. With a commitment to professional growth, the organisation offers continuous training opportunities for staff members, encouraging career progression into various roles such as Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing. Employees are rewarded with competitive pay, sector-leading benefits, and several incentive schemes. Barchester's mission is to deliver outstanding care, resembling the quality and dedication one would expect for their loved ones.

Details

• Date posted: 07 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £15.09 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 1524439532
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Grantham, NG31 9DN, 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.