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Senior Care Assistant - Care HomeNHS

Wells, BA5 1WE Permanent £15.95
Posted 24 August 2026 Closing date 23 October 2026
Castle Cary Rail Station (9.1 miles, direct) Bitton (Avon Valley Railway) (17.6 miles, direct) Public Transport Interchange (13.0 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. This is a nights only position 8pm-8am, 4 nights per week, including alternate weekends. 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.

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Care Assistant at Barchester, you will be responsible for looking after the different needs of residents to ensure the delivery of quality, person-centred care and support. This role requires supervising and inspiring a team of dedicated Care Assistants, alongside the Deputy General Manager. You will also support the clinical team in tasks such as medication management, assessments, care plans, and care reviews. The position is for night shifts only, from 8pm to 8am, four nights per week, including alternate weekends. Candidates need to possess an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care and have specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. Those who are warm-hearted, compassionate, and committed to providing individualised care and support are encouraged to apply. The role offers opportunities for career development through ongoing training, with potential progression to roles such as Care Practitioner, Regional Carer, or nursing.

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.

This is a nights only position 8pm-8am, 4 nights per week, including alternate weekends.

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 leading provider of high-quality care services, operating care homes throughout the UK. The organisation is committed to delivering person-centred care that respects and meets the individual needs and preferences of residents. Barchester provides a warm and welcoming environment for its residents and staff, aiming to inspire and motivate its team while ensuring dignity and respect for all residents. Career development and training are integral aspects of working at Barchester, with staff encouraged to progress within the company. Barchester employees benefit from a competitive salary, sector-leading benefits, and rewards packages, including training and development opportunities, wellbeing support, retail discounts, and bonus schemes. The organisation values the skills and dedication of its workforce and recognises outstanding contributions through various rewards and recognition programs.

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