boroughjobsUK public-sector jobs, mapped to your postcode Post a job
Canterbury

Night Senior CarerNHS

Herne Bay, CT6 5DN Permanent £15.49
Posted 2 September 2026 Closing date 1 November 2026
Herne Bay Rail Station (0.5 miles, direct) Shepherdswell Station (East Kent Railway) (12.5 miles, direct) Keynes College (5.0 miles, direct)

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Night 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. 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 opportuniti

Main duties of the job

This role involves supervising and inspiring a team of dedicated Care Assistants while working alongside the Deputy General Manager. You will cater to the specific needs of residents to deliver top-quality, person-centered care and support. The Night Senior Carer is expected to respect the dignity and preferences of the residents and help create a warm, welcoming, and vibrant environment. The position also offers the opportunity to support the clinical team in areas like medication and care reviews. Candidates should possess an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care. It's essential to have specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. The job offers ongoing training opportunities for career advancement. Many Senior Carer Assistants evolve into Care Practitioner or Regional Carer roles, or even nursing positions in due course.

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Night 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. 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.

0508

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a renowned care home organization that seeks to provide high-quality, person-centered care and support to its residents. As a Night Senior Carer, you will be part of an environment that values the dignity and preferences of its residents while promoting a sense of warmth and vibrancy within the community. Known for its dedication to employee growth, Barchester Healthcare offers extensive training and advancement opportunities, fostering career progression to roles like Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or even nursing positions. Additionally, employees enjoy a sector-leading benefits and rewards program, which includes free training, access to well-being and support tools, and referrals bonuses, all aimed at recognizing and rewarding the hard work and commitment of its staff. Barchester Healthcare prides itself on providing the level of care and support its residents and their families would expect for their own loved ones.

Apply / view full listing →
More jobs in Canterbury

Urgent Mental Health Helpline Call HandlerNHS

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust
Canterbury, CT1 1AZ Permanent £25,760 to £27,476 Expires in 12 days More in Canterbury

Job summary As a Call Handler within the Urgent Mental Health Helpline, you will be a vital first point of contact for individuals in crisis, their families, carers, and healthcare professionals. Operating 24/7, 365 days a year, our service provides immediate telephone support and serves as the…

Senior Physiotherapist - Elective Orthopaedic Centre (EOC)NHS

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Canterbury, CT1 3NG Permanent £39,959 to £48,117 Expires in 5 days More in Canterbury

Job summary Would you like to be part of our friendly Orthopaedic Therapy Team at Kent & Canterbury Hospital working in the GIRFT accredited Elective Orthopaedic Centre? You will have the opportunity to progress both your clinical and leadership skills, working within a team that covers Day Surgery…

Specialty Doctor in ENTNHS

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Canterbury, CT1 3NG Permanent £63,696 to £102,689 Expires in 4 days More in Canterbury

Job summary The ENT Department forms part of the Head & Neck Department (along with Ophthalmology and Maxillo Facial Services) within East Kent Hospitals. The Head and Neck department is part of the Critical Care, Anaesthetics, & Specialist Surgery Care Group. The Associate Medical Director for the…