Senior Carer - Residential Care Home
Job Description
Job summary
ABOUT THE ROLE Day shifts. 38.5hrs per week. 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. 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 setti
Main duties of the job
As a Residential Senior Carer at Barchester Healthcare, you'll play a pivotal role in providing high-quality, person-centred care in our Kettering care home. You will be responsible for leading a team of care staff, including training and delegating duties during shifts. Your duties will involve administering and ordering medication, updating care plans, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with GPs, district nursing teams, and residents' families. The role demands an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, previous residential care experience, and proven team leadership skills. The position offers opportunities for career development with various training opportunities, competitive pay, and a robust rewards package, including free training, wellbeing support tools, and various retail discounts. If you are compassionate, warm-hearted, and committed to individualized care, this is a rewarding career path where you can make a meaningful difference.
About us
Barchester Healthcare operates as a leading provider of high-quality care in the UK, with a focus on ensuring the well-being and dignity of residents in their care homes. The organisation prides itself on delivering exceptional care to various client groups, including the elderly, individuals with learning disabilities, and those requiring specialist mental health support. Barchester Healthcare values an environment that is warm, welcoming, and vibrant, where both residents and staff are supported to thrive. Employees are encouraged to develop their skills through ongoing training opportunities, offering clear career progression pathways. The organisation recognises the essential contribution of its staff members and rewards their dedication through competitive pay, development opportunities, and sector-leading benefits. Barchester Healthcare is deeply committed to providing quality care and ensures that each resident's needs and preferences are respected and met comprehensively.
Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLE
Day shifts. 38.5hrs per week.
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.
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.
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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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 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.
Employer details
Employer name
Barchester Healthcare
Address
Barchester Healthcare
Kettering
NN15 7JZ
United Kingdom
