Senior Care Assistant - Care Home

Integrated Care System; New Forest; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of care services in the UK is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to supervise and support a team. The role emphasizes person-centred care for the elderly, requiring NVQ Level 3 qualification and offering a competitive salary and benefits, including training opportunities and a £750 Golden Hello.

Benefits

A £750 Golden Hello

Free training and development

Access to wellbeing and support tools

Retail discounts and savings

Employee of the Month rewards

Long Service Awards

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care.
• Knowledge of clinical care for the elderly.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and inspire a team of dedicated Care Assistants.
• Support the clinical team in medication, assessments, care plans, and care reviews.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care

Job description

This is a senior care assistant role at a Barchester Healthcare care home, where you will be responsible for supervising and inspiring a team of dedicated care assistants. You will also support the clinical team in areas such as medication, assessments, care plans, and care reviews. The role requires an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, as well as specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly.

Main duties of the job

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 can also expect to support the clinical team in areas such as medication, assessments, care plans, or care reviews. Like everyone here, as a Senior Care Assistant, you'll always respect the dignity and preferences of our residents and play your part in creating a warm, welcoming, and vibrant environment.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care and support services in the UK. With over 200 care homes and 12 independent hospitals, they are committed to delivering person-centred care that enables residents to live fulfilling lives.

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.

As a Senior Care Assistant, 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 can also support the clinical team in areas such as medication, assessments, care plans, or care reviews. Always respecting the dignity and preferences of our residents, you'll contribute to creating a warm, welcoming, and vibrant environment.

About you

You should have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care and specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. We seek warm-hearted, compassionate individuals committed to providing personalized care and support. There are opportunities for career development through ongoing training, with many Senior Care Assistants progressing into Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing roles.

Rewards package

In return, you'll receive a competitive pay rate plus our benefits and rewards, including:

• A £750 Golden Hello
• Free training and development
• Access to wellbeing and support tools
• Retail discounts and savings
• Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Employee of the Month rewards and Long Service Awards

And much more!

If you're motivated to use your people skills in an organization dedicated to quality care, this is a rewarding place to work.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care
• Knowledge of clinical care for the elderly

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a DBS check for any criminal convictions.