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Senior Carer - Residential Care Home

Barchester Healthcare
Wilton · posted 6 August 2026
Salary
£15.8 an hour
Job type
permanent
Location
Wilton

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 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.

Main duties of the job

As a Residential Senior Carer at a Barchester care home, you will be responsible for delivering quality, person-centered care, supporting and leading a team of care staff. Duties include training, supervisions, delegating tasks, administering and ordering medication, and liaison with healthcare professionals and family members. This role emphasizes respect for resident dignity and preferences, and contributing to a vibrant environment. Candidates need NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, residential care experience, leadership skills, and decision-making ability. Opportunities for career advancement, training, and professional growth are available.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is known for providing top-tier resident care at their facilities, ensuring an environment that is both welcoming and vibrant. Their staff members, like Residential Senior Carers, are committed to respecting the dignity and preferences of residents while catering to their various needs. Barchester Healthcare places importance on staff development, offering ongoing training and career progression opportunities, which contributes to their reputation as a sector leader. Employees are also rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, further highlighting their dedication to both quality care and workforce satisfaction.

Job responsibilities

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.

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Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care
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