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Night Senior CarerNHS

West Parley, BH22 8SL Permanent £16.30
Posted 3 September 2026 Closing date 2 November 2026
Bournemouth Rail Station (3.8 miles, direct) Swanage (Swanage Railway) (12.4 miles, direct) Bournemouth University (2.8 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

Main duties of the job

The Night Senior Carer position at Barchester Healthcare involves overseeing the varied needs of residents to provide high-standard, person-centred care and support. The responsibilities include supervising and motivating Care Assistants in collaboration with the Deputy General Manager. The role also entails supporting the clinical team in specific areas such as medication, assessments, care plans, or reviews. Suitable candidates should possess an NVQ Level 3 or an Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care along with specific expertise in clinical care for the elderly. Candidates should demonstrate warmth, compassion, and a dedication to offering personalized care and support to each resident. The role offers ample opportunities for career development through continuous training, allowing for progression to roles like Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing positions. The rewards package includes a competitive rate of pay, free training and development opportunities, wellbeing support tools, retail discounts, referral bonuses, and recognition awards.

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.

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About us

Barchester Healthcare is a renowned organization dedicated to providing high-quality care across a network of care homes. The company prides itself on delivering exceptional, person-centred care and support to its residents, ensuring their dignity and preferences are respected at all times. Barchester Healthcare fosters a vibrant, welcoming environment that promotes warmth and compassion. As a significant player in the healthcare sector, the organization emphasizes the professional growth of its staff, offering extensive training and development opportunities to help them reach their full potential. Its commitment to high standards and employee satisfaction is evident in its comprehensive rewards package, which includes competitive pay, wellbeing support, retail discounts, and various recognition schemes. This makes Barchester an appealing and rewarding workplace for those looking to build a fulfilling career in the healthcare industry.

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