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Senior Care Assistant - Care HomeNHS

Melbourn, SG8 6FY Permanent £15.49
Posted 26 August 2026 Closing date 25 October 2026
Meldreth Rail Station (1 mile, direct) Luton Airport DART Station (21.9 miles, direct) Coach Station (16.0 miles, direct)

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a 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 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.

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll manage a range of responsibilities to deliver quality, person-centred care and support for the residents. Your primary role involves supervising and motivating a team of Care Assistants in collaboration with the Deputy General Manager. You'll also assist the clinical team with specific functions like handling medication, conducting assessments, and developing or reviewing care plans. The role demands respecting the dignity and preferences of residents while enhancing a warm, welcoming environment. To qualify for this role, an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care is required, along with specific clinical care knowledge for the elderly. Barchester is looking for individuals who are compassionate, warm-hearted, and committed to individualized care for each resident. Career development is encouraged through ongoing training, allowing for potential advancement into roles like Care Practitioner or Regional Carer.

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a 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 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 PACKAGEIn 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.

Our Care Home Manager is always happy to welcome you into the home for an informal chat, simply pop in to find out

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About us

Barchester Healthcare is a company dedicated to providing high-quality care for seniors in their care homes. They emphasize person-centered care and support, ensuring the dignity and preferences of their residents are respected. The company fosters a warm and welcoming environment and is dedicated to enhancing the vibrancy of its surroundings. Barchester offers opportunities for career growth within the organization. They provide various training and development options to support employees in advancing their careers, including roles like Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing positions. The company also offers a sector-leading benefits and rewards package, including free training, wellbeing tools, retail discounts, and an 'Employee of the Month' reward system.

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