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. 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 settin
Main duties of the job
This role involves leading a team of care staff and overseeing resident care in a Barchester care home. You will manage training, supervisions, shift duties, medication, and documentation. Additionally, you will liaise with healthcare professionals and residents' family members. Respecting residents dignity and preferences is paramount, as is creating a vibrant and welcoming environment. The candidate must have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, prior residential care experience, and leadership skills. Career advancement opportunities are available, including potential pathways into nursing, provided through ongoing training.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is a care provider known for delivering person-centred care in residential care home settings. As an organisation, it emphasises quality and tailored support to cater to the individual needs of residents. Staff are encouraged to respect residents dignity and preferences while fostering a warm and inviting environment. Career development is a key focus, with employees offered various avenues for growth, such as Care Practitioners or nursing pathways. Barchester also provides extensive staff training and rewards dedication through competitive pay and benefits, encouraging a respectful and joyful work atmosphere.
Details
- Date posted: 17 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £16 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
- Reference number: 1517758067
- Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Woking, GU22 0GA, 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.
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.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care
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This advert is for Senior Night Carer - Residential Care Home with Barchester Healthcare in Bristol, South East, England. It is listed as a Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £16 an hour. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 16 Aug 2026.
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