Job summary This is a role for a Regional Senior Care Assistant with Barchester Healthcare, a leading provider of care homes in the UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality, empathetic care to residents across a 20-mile radius, contributing to care planning, and providing support and companionship. The role offers a competitive salary, a £500 'Golden Hello' welcome bonus, and a range of sector-leading benefits and rewards. Main duties of the job As a Regional Senior Care Assistant, you will be responsible for monitoring the delivery of care, contributing to the person-centred care planning process, and recording important observations such as temperature and blood pressure. You will also provide support and companionship to residents, ensuring they enjoy meaningful one-on-one time with you during every shift. The role is varied and requires a background in care, a good understanding of elderly care, and a Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care, with a view to complete an NVQ 3. Excellent communication and people skills, as well as a compassionate and dedicated approach, are essential. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes in the UK, with a focus on delivering high-quality, person-centred care to residents. The company has a strong reputation for investing in its staff, offering a range of training and development opportunities, as well as a comprehensive benefits package. Barchester is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment, where employees can thrive and make a positive difference in the lives of the people they care for. Date posted 14 December 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £17.69 an hour Contract Bank Working pattern Flexible working Reference number 1208433772 Job locations Barchester Healthcare York YO19 4QT Job description Job responsibilities A £500 'Golden Hello' Welcome Bonus is just one of the ways we'll reward you when you join Barchester in this role. ABOUT THE ROLE As a Regional Senior Care Assistant with Barchester care homes, you'll deliver warm, empathetic and respectful care and support across a 20-mile radius to help our residents get the most out of life. On a practical level, you can expect to monitor the delivery of care when on duty, contribute to the person-centred care planning process for each resident and record observations on things like temperature and blood pressure amongst a range of other important tasks. The role of Regional Care Assistant is very varied and also involves providing support and companionship. It's vital for us that every resident enjoys meaningful one-to-one time with our carers, every single shift. ABOUT YOU A background in care is important for the role of Regional Senior Care Assistant, and you'll need a good understanding of elderly care. A Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care is essential with a view to complete an NVQ 3, a good understanding of the wider healthcare industry is required. Ideally, you'll also have a C or above in GCSE English and Maths. Dedicated and compassionate, your passion for people means you'll go above and beyond to support the wellbeing of residents. Because you'll be travelling across the area, you'll either need your own car or ready access to one. We'll cover your mileage when you travel over five miles from your main home, and if you're on duty at the time of an inspection and we achieve a Good' rating, you'll qualify for a bonus. 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 care experience 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. Job description Job responsibilities A £500 'Golden Hello' Welcome Bonus is just one of the ways we'll reward you when you join Barchester in this role. ABOUT THE ROLE As a Regional Senior Care Assistant with Barchester care homes, you'll deliver warm, empathetic and respectful care and support across a 20-mile radius to help our residents get the most out of life. On a practical level, you can expect to monitor the delivery of care when on duty, contribute to the person-centred care planning process for each resident and record observations on things like temperature and blood pressure amongst a range of other important tasks. The role of Regional Care Assistant is very varied and also involves providing support and companionship. It's vital for us that every resident enjoys meaningful one-to-one time with our carers, every single shift. ABOUT YOU A background in care is important for the role of Regional Senior Care Assistant, and you'll need a good understanding of elderly care. A Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care is essential with a view to complete an NVQ 3, a good understanding of the wider healthcare industry is required. Ideally, you'll also have a C or above in GCSE English and Maths. Dedicated and compassionate, your passion for people means you'll go above and beyond to support the wellbeing of residents. Because you'll be travelling across the area, you'll either need your own car or ready access to one. We'll cover your mileage when you travel over five miles from your main home, and if you're on duty at the time of an inspection and we achieve a Good' rating, you'll qualify for a bonus. 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 care experience 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. Person Specification Qualifications Essential A Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care is essential, with a view to complete an NVQ 3. A good understanding of the wider healthcare industry is also required. Ideally, you'll have a C or above in GCSE English and Maths. Person Specification Qualifications Essential A Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care is essential, with a view to complete an NVQ 3. A good understanding of the wider healthcare industry is also required. Ideally, you'll have a C or above in GCSE English and Maths. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare Address Barchester Healthcare York YO19 4QT Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)