Senior Care Assistant - Care Home

Barchester Limited; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Eastleigh seeks a Senior Care Assistant to supervise and inspire a dedicated team. The role involves supporting the clinical team with medication and care plans while ensuring person-centred care for residents. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent. Competitive pay and an attractive benefits package including free training and development are offered.

Benefits

Free training and development

Access to wellbeing and support tools

Retail discounts

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Employee of the Month rewards

Qualifications

• Possess NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
• Demonstrated knowledge of elderly clinical care.
• Warm-hearted and compassionate approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and inspire Care Assistants.
• Support clinical team in medication and assessments.
• Deliver person-centred quality care.

Skills

Knowledge of clinical care for the elderly

Compassionate nature

Commitment to individualised care

Team leadership

Education

NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care

Job description

Senior Care Assistant - Care Home

Barchester Healthcare
Eastleigh, Hampshire
£14.78 per hour
Permanent
Full time
NEW

Overview

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’ll also support the clinical team in a specific area, such as medication, assessments, care plans or care reviews. You’ll always respect the dignity and preferences of our residents as well as playing your part in creating an environment that’s warm, welcoming and vibrant.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and inspire a team of Care Assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager.
• Support the clinical team in areas such as medication, assessments, care plans or care reviews.
• Respect the dignity and preferences of residents and contribute to a warm, welcoming, and vibrant environment.
• Ensure delivery of quality, person-centred care.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) to join as a Senior Care Assistant.
• Knowledge of clinical care for the elderly.
• Warm-hearted, compassionate, and committed to giving each resident individualised care and support.
• Willingness to engage in ongoing training and development; career progression opportunities available (e.g., Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing roles).

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!