Senior Carer - Residential Care Home - Bank

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Bank Residential 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. You will be responsible for leading a team of care staff, which will include training, supervisions and delegating duties on shift. You will also support with the administering and ordering of medication, reviewing and updating resident care plans and risk assessment, and liaising with GP's, district nursing teams and resident family members. Like everyone here, as a Residential 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 The successful candidate will have NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join us as a Residential Senior Care Assistant. You will have previous experience in a residential care setting along with proven team leadership skills and the ability to make appropriate decisions to support the needs and wellbeing of our Residents. We're looki

Main duties of the job

As a Bank Residential Senior Carer at Barchester Healthcare, you'll oversee the diverse needs of residents, ensuring we deliver quality, person-centred care. Your responsibilities include leading a team of care staff, providing training, conducting supervisions, and delegating duties. You'll handle medication administration and ordering, review resident care plans and risk assessments, and liaise with GPs, district nursing teams, and family members. The successful candidate must possess an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, previous residential care experience, leadership skills, and the ability to make appropriate decisions. You'll have the chance to advance your career through ongoing training, with opportunities to progress to Care Practitioners, Care Community Leads, or nursing pathways. This is a Bank position, offering varied hours and days to cover for staff leave. In appreciation of your dedication, you'll receive a competitive pay rate, along with sector-leading benefits, such as free training, access to wellbeing tools, retail discounts, and a Refer a Friend bonus scheme.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of healthcare services, specializing in delivering quality care within residential settings. The organisation is committed to enhancing the lives of its residents through exceptional person-centred care, provided by a skilled workforce. Barchester Healthcare stands out in the industry for its dedication to training and developing its employees, ensuring they have the necessary skills to meet complex care needs. The organisation is known for its supportive work environment, which values the dignity and preferences of residents while fostering a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Employees have opportunities to advance their careers, making it an attractive place for career growth in healthcare and social care sectors. Barchester Healthcare continues to set benchmarks for quality and compassion in healthcare services across the UK, providing various benefits and rewards to its dedicated staff and maintaining a reputation for excellence.

Details

• Date posted: 26 June 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £17.29 an hour
• Contract: Bank
• Working pattern: Flexible working
• Reference number: 1521638692
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Tadcaster, LS24 9PG, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Bank Residential 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. You will be responsible for leading a team of care staff, which will include training, supervisions and delegating duties on shift. You will also support with the administering and ordering of medication, reviewing and updating resident care plans and risk assessment, and liaising with GP's, district nursing teams and resident family members. Like everyone here, as a Residential 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

The successful candidate will have NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join us as a Residential Senior Care Assistant. You will have previous experience in a residential care setting along with proven team leadership skills and the ability to make appropriate decisions to support the needs and wellbeing of our Residents. 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 Practitioners, Care Community Leads or on to nursing pathways.

As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary.

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 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.