boroughjobsUK public-sector jobs, mapped to your postcode Post a job
West Berkshire Social Care

Senior Night Carer - Residential Care HomeNHS

READING, RG31 5UG Permanent £17.02
Posted 28 July 2026 Closing date 26 September 2026
Tilehurst Rail Station (1.3 miles away) Purley Social Club (0.9 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 and the ability to make appropriate decisions t

Main duties of the job

As a Residential Senior Carer at a Barchester care home, you will look after the different needs of our residents to deliver quality, person-centred care and support. You will be responsible for leading a team of care staff, including training, supervisions, and delegating duties on shift. You will support with administering and ordering medication, reviewing and updating resident care plans and risk assessments, and liaising with GPs, district nursing teams, and resident family members. The role requires you to respect the dignity and preferences of our residents and contribute to a warm, welcoming, and vibrant environment.

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 a leading care provider offering high-quality residential and nursing care, care for individuals living with dementia, and a range of other services including respite, post-operative, and palliative care. The company has a range of care homes and hospitals across the UK, dedicated to providing a caring and supportive environment for their residents. Barchester Healthcare is committed to quality care, investing in their staff's ongoing training and development to ensure the best service for residents. Their ethos involves treating residents with dignity and respect, ensuring a person-centred approach that caters to individual needs.

Apply / view full listing →
More Social Care jobs in West Berkshire

Salaried GPNHS

Burdwood Surgery
Thatcham, RG19 4YF Fixed-Term Negotiable More in West Berkshire

Job summary Join our supportive and forward-thinking team. Burdwood Surgery is delighted to invite applicants for a fixed term Salaried GP to join our friendly, dynamic, and high-quality practice team. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed GP, including newly or…

WBCH_Band_7 MR Clinical LeadNHS

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Thatcham, RG18 3AS Permanent £49,387 to £56,515 More in West Berkshire

Job summary Are you an experienced MRI Radiographer looking to take the next step in your career? Do you have a passion for clinical leadership, service improvement and delivering outstanding patient care? If so, we invite you to apply for this excitingopportunity to join our friendly and dynamic…

Weekend ChefNHS

Elysium Healthcare
Thatcham, RG19 8ET Permanent £27,820 More in West Berkshire

Job summary Are you looking for a Weekend chef role where you can be creative and work with a dedicated team? Are you looking for a Weekend chef role where you can be creative and work with a dedicated team? If so, join Thornford Park. This position will ideally be working both Saturday and Sunday;…