A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.
Go back Barchester Healthcare Senior Care Assistant - Care Home - Bank The closing date is 20 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Pay rate advertised includes bank enhancement.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank 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.
ABOUT YOU
You should have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join us as a Bank 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 PACKAGE
As well as competitive pay, you can look forward ... Main duties of the job This role is a casual, part-time position with flexible working hours. As a Bank Senior Care Assistant at Barchester care home, the role involves looking after the diverse needs of residents and providing person-centred care and support. The responsibilities also include supervising and inspiring a team of Care Assistants, providing support in specific clinical areas, respecting resident dignity, and maintaining a warm and welcoming environment. Candidates must have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care with specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. Additionally, employees can expect career development opportunities and training. About us Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK's leading healthcare providers committed to delivering quality care to residents in its care homes. Opportunities for career growth and personal development are emphasized, with progression paths into roles such as Care Practitioner or nursing. The organisation values employees, placing emphasis on providing a working environment that prioritizes warmth, compassion, and individualised care. They take the professional growth of staff seriously, offering various learning and development opportunities. Details Date posted 21 August 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary £16.11 an hour Contract Bank Working pattern Flexible working Reference number 1540128199 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Stamford PE9 3TJ United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Pay rate advertised includes bank enhancement
ABOUT THE ROLE
This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank 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.
ABOUT YOU
You should have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join us as a Bank 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 PACKAGE
As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. 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. Job description Job responsibilities Pay rate advertised includes bank enhancement
ABOUT THE ROLE
This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank 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.
ABOUT YOU
You should have an NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join us as a Bank 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 PACKAGE
As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. 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. Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, specific knowledge of clinical care for the elderly. 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. Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare Address Barchester Healthcare Stamford PE9 3TJ United Kingdom Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare Address Barchester Healthcare Stamford PE9 3TJ United Kingdom Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer contact details For questions about the job, contact: Recruitment Team Barchester Healthcare Recruitment@barchester.com Details Date posted 21 August 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary £16.11 an hour Contract Bank Working pattern Flexible working Reference number 1540128199 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Stamford PE9 3TJ United Kingdom Privacy notice Barchester Healthcare's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)
