Senior Care Assistant - Care Home - Bank

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ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank 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 a specific area, 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 as well playing your own part in creating an environment that's warm, welcoming and vibrant.

ABOUT YOU

You should have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join us as a Bank Senior Care Assistant. We'll also need to see that you have specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. We're looking for people who are warm-hearted, compassionate and committed to giving each resident individualised care and support.

You'll have the oppor Main duties of the job This role is for a casual, part-time Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, focusing on delivering quality, person-centred care and support.

Responsibilities include supervising a team of Care Assistants, supporting the clinical team in areas like medication and care plans, and maintaining a respectful and vibrant environment for residents. The role values those who are warm-hearted, compassionate, and committed to providing individualized care.

Qualifications required include an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care and specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. Career development through training opportunities is also emphasized, allowing for progression to roles such as Care Practitioner or Regional Carer.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, dedicated to providing high-quality care in their facilities. They value the growth and development of their staff, offering numerous learning and development opportunities.

The organization prides itself on creating warm, welcoming, and vibrant environments for both residents and staff. Barchester Healthcare is committed to respecting the dignity and preferences of its residents, ensuring personalized care and support.

The organization provides flexible working options for their workforce, understanding the need for work-life balance and offering part-time and temporary roles as needed for additional cover.

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THE ROLE

This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank 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 a specific area, 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 as well playing your own part in creating an environment that's warm, welcoming and vibrant.

ABOUT YOU

You should have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join us as a Bank Senior Care Assistant. We'll also need to see that you have specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. 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 Practitioner, Regional Carer or nursing roles.

REWARDS PACKAGE As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously.

As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. 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. 2003

Person Specification

Qualifications Essential NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care; specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.