Barchester Healthcare
Senior Carer - Residential Care Home
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Senior Carer – Barchester Care Home
Responsibilities
As a Residential Senior Carer at our Barchester care home, you will:
- Ensure high-quality, person-centred care for residents by addressing their individual needs.
- Lead a team of care staff, including training, supervision, and delegating duties during shifts.
- Assist with medication administration and ordering, while reviewing and updating resident care plans.
- Collaborate with GPs, district nursing teams, and family members to support resident health and well-being.
- Maintain a warm, welcoming, and vibrant environment where residents’ dignity and preferences are always respected.
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About You (Requirements & Qualities)
- ** NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care**
- Previous experience in residential care, preferably in a supervisory/leadership role.
- Demonstrated team leadership skills and the ability to make decision-making judgments to support residents’ well-being.
- A compassionate, warm-hearted, and dedicated attitude, prioritising individualised care.
- Strong communication with families, care teams, and medical professionals.
Career progression opportunities include:
- Development into Care Community Leads or Care Practitioners
- Nursing pathways for those interested
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Rewards Package
Your hard work will be recognised with: ✔ Competitive hourly rate (£12.05 per hour*) ✔ Free training & development for all roles ✔ Access to wellbeing & support tools ✔ Retail discounts & savings schemes ✔ Unlimited refer-a-friend bonuses ✔ Employee of the Month, Long Service Awards, and more
"Join us in an environment where people skills and quality care make a real difference – not just for our residents, but for your own professional growth."
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