Senior Night Carer - Residential Care Home

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE- A £750 Golden Hello is just one of the ways we'll reward you when you join Barchester in this role. 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.

Main duties of the job

As a Residential Senior Carer at a Barchester care home, you are responsible for leading a care staff team, ensuring quality, person-centered care and support to residents. Responsibilities include administering medication, updating care plans, and liaising with medical professionals and families. Essential qualifications include NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, previous care setting experience, and team leadership skills. A variety of benefits are available to employees, including training opportunities, retail discounts, and a golden hello to reward joining Barchester. The role is suited for compassionate individuals who respect resident dignity and are motivated to enhance their career.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is committed to delivering quality residential care in a warm and welcoming environment. As a leading provider, they focus on person-centered support, ensuring that the dignity and preferences of residents are respected at all times. Barchester offers opportunities for team members to progress through training and development programs, potentially leading to career advancement within healthcare roles. Employees benefit from a supportive atmosphere, competitive pay, and a comprehensive rewards package, including training, wellbeing tools, and referral bonuses. Dedication to improving residents' quality of life is at the core of Barchester's mission.

Details

• Date posted: 11 June 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £16 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 1512477991
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Odiham, RG29 1GJ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLE-

A £750 Golden Hello is just one of the ways we'll reward you when you join Barchester in this role.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.

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