Senior Carer - Residential Care Home - Bank

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ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Bank 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.

ABOUT YOU

The successful candidate will have NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care 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.

Main duties of the job As a Bank Residential Senior Carer at a Barchester care home, you will be responsible for looking after the varying needs of our residents, enabling the delivery of quality, person-centred care and support. Your role includes leading a team of care staff, training, supervising, and delegating duties during shifts.

You will also manage medication administration and orders, review and update resident care plans and risk assessments, and communicate with GPs, district nursing teams, and resident families. Respecting the dignity and preferences of residents is crucial, as is contributing to a warm, welcoming, and vibrant environment.

Candidates must have NVQ Level 3 or an Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, prior experience in a residential care setting, and proven team leadership skills. The role offers career development opportunities, including progressing to roles like Care Practitioner, Care Community Lead, or entering nursing pathways.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading care provider offering a range of services in the healthcare sector. It operates care homes and hospitals across the UK, focusing on delivering high-quality care to its residents and patients.

Barchester prides itself on providing a warm and welcoming environment for both residents and staff and emphasizes the importance of person-centered care that respects the dignity and preferences of each resident.

They offer rewarding career opportunities with potential for progression and further training, reflecting their commitment to the professional development of their staff.

Barchester aims to be an organization where staff can use their motivational and people skills to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents, ensuring the same quality of care they would expect for their loved ones.

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ABOUT

THE ROLE

As a Bank 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.

ABOUT YOU

The successful candidate will have NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care 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.

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.

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential The successful candidate will have NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care.

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.