Senior Carer - Residential Care Home
Barchester HealthcareBath, South West
Overview
This is a NHS role (permanent) with Barchester Healthcare based in Bath. The advertised salary is £16.40. Applications close on 21 October 2026. GovJobs has indexed this vacancy from its official source — use the apply button to view the full advert and apply directly.
Job description
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...
As a Residential Senior Carer at a Barchester care home, you will look after the different needs of residents to ensure quality, person-centred care and support. Responsibilities include leading a team of care staff, conducting training, supervisions, delegating duties, administering medication, and liaising with GPs and district nursing teams. The role involves 4 shifts per week from 8 am to 8 pm, including alternate weekends. The successful candidate will possess a minimum NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care and have previous experience in a residential care setting, demonstrating leadership and decision-making abilities.
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.
The role will be 4 shifts per week 8am-8pm and include working alternate weekends.
The successful candidate will have minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Health & Social Care as well as medication training 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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Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of residential care in the UK, known for delivering high-quality person-centred care. With a range of residential homes throughout the country, they offer a supportive environment for both residents and staff. Barchester Healthcare provides various opportunities for career development and professional growth, supporting employees through training and development programs. They are committed to upholding the dignity and preferences of residents, creating warm and vibrant living spaces, and ensuring the wellbeing of those in their care.
Essential: - Minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Health & Social Care and medication training.
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