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Senior Carer - Residential Care HomeNHS

Tenterden, TN30 6PY Permanent £16
Posted 5 August 2026 Closing date 3 October 2026
Tenterden Town Rail Station (KESR) (1.3 miles away) Chequers Bus Station (14.6 miles away)

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE 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

Main duties of the job

This role involves looking after residents' needs in a Barchester care home to provide quality, person-centred care. Responsibilities include leading a team of care staff, handling medication, updating care plans, and liaising with medical professionals and families. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care and experience in residential care, as well as team leadership and decision-making skills. Warm-heartedness, compassion, and commitment to individualized care are important. The position offers career development opportunities, with prospects for advancement to Care Practitioners, Care Community Leads, or nursing pathways.

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

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.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is an organization that values providing quality care that one would expect for their family and loved ones. They are dedicated to delivering person-centered care that focuses on the individual needs and dignity of their residents. Barchester Healthcare supports their employees with training and development opportunities, promoting a rewarding environment where staff can progress and grow in their careers. The organization also offers a range of benefits including access to wellbeing tools, retail discounts, a referral bonus scheme, and awards for employee of the month and long service.

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