Senior Residential Carer - Lead & Train Care Team

Barchester Healthcare Limited; Slough; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training and development

Wellbeing support tools

Retail discounts

Refer a Friend bonus

Employee of the Month rewards

Long Service Awards

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare is seeking a Residential Senior Carer to lead a care team, oversee day-to-day activities, and ensure high-quality, person-centred care for residents. You’ll train staff, supervise shifts, and coordinate with healthcare professionals to support individual care plans.

The role involves medication administration, risk assessment, and coordinating with families in a compassionate, welcoming environment. Opportunities for progression exist within Barchester’s pathways.

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care.
• Proven experience in a residential care setting with strong leadership.
• Ability to make decisions to support residents’ wellbeing and needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of care staff on shift; provide training and supervision.
• Oversee medication administration and review resident care plans.
• Liaise with GPs, district nursing and residents’ families.
• Provide warm, welcoming, person-centred care.

Skills

Team leadership

Person-centred care

Medication administration

Education

NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care

Job description

Barchester Healthcare is seeking a Residential Senior Carer to lead a care team, oversee day-to-day activities, and ensure high-quality, person-centred care for residents. You’ll train staff, supervise shifts, and coordinate with healthcare professionals to support individual care plans.

The role involves medication administration, risk assessment, and coordinating with families in a compassionate, welcoming environment. Opportunities for progression exist within Barchester’s pathways.