Senior Carer - Residential Care Home

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a 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. Shifts: This role is nights only 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.

Main duties of the job

As a Residential Senior Carer at a Barchester care home, you will look after the varied needs of our residents, enabling us to deliver quality, person-centred care and support. Your responsibilities will include leading a team of care staff, providing training, supervisions, and delegating duties during shifts. Additionally, you'll assist with the administration and ordering of medication, review and update resident care plans and risk assessments, and liaise with GP's, district nursing teams, and resident family members. The role requires night shifts and demands respect for the dignity and preferences of residents, creating an environment that is warm, welcoming, and vibrant.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care in residential homes. We are dedicated to offering high-quality, person-centred care and support to our residents. Our team is composed of warm-hearted, compassionate professionals who are committed to giving each resident individualized care. Barchester offers plenty of opportunities for career development through ongoing training programs. Our Senior Carer Assistants often progress into roles such as Care Practitioners, Care Community Leads, or move onto nursing pathways. Our rewards include competitive pay, wellbeing support, retail discounts, and more.

Details

• Date posted: 16 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £15.11 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 1527346004
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Chippenham, SN14 6UZ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a 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.

Shifts: This role is nights only

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.

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.

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