Senior Carer - Residential Care Home

Senior Carer – Residential Care Home (Permanent) via Supportive Bridge Staffing

Job Overview

• Position: Senior Carer - Residential Care Home (Permanent, Full-Time)

• Location: Wakehurst Hall Care Home, Haywards Heath, RH16 4AB

• Pay Rate: £16.00 per hour

• Contract Hours: 44.00 hours per week

• Shift Pattern: Days

• Posted Date: 16 September 2026 | Closing Date: 1 January 2027

• Recruited via: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency in partnership with Barchester Healthcare

About the Role

As a permanent Residential Senior Carer at Wakehurst Hall, you will look after the diverse needs of our residents to ensure the highest standards of quality, person-centred care and support.

Taking on leadership responsibilities on shift, you will lead, mentor, and supervise a team of care staff while delegating duties. Your role will also involve administering and ordering medication, reviewing care plans and risk assessments, and liaising closely with GPs, district nursing teams, and resident families—all while maintaining a warm, welcoming, and vibrant environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of care staff on shift, providing guidance, training, and support.

• Administer and order medication safely and in line with company policies.

• Review, update, and implement resident care plans and risk assessments.

• Liaise professionally with GPs, district nursing teams, and resident family members.

• Uphold resident dignity, choice, and independence while fostering a warm, caring environment.

What We Are Looking For

• Qualifications: Hold NVQ Level 3 or an Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).

• Experience: Proven experience working in a residential care setting alongside demonstrated team leadership skills.

• Values: Warm-hearted, compassionate, decisive, and fully committed to individualized resident care.

• Commitment: Available for a permanent full-time contract of 44 hours per week.

Rewards & Benefits Package

• Competitive Pay: Earn a fantastic hourly rate of £16.00 per hour on a permanent contract.

• Career Progression: Excellent opportunities to advance into Care Practitioners, Care Community Leads, or onto nursing pathways.

• Training & Development: Comprehensive free learning and professional development across all roles.

• Perks & Recognition: Access to wellbeing and support tools, retail discounts, unlimited 'Refer a Friend' bonuses, 'Employee of the Month' awards, and Long Service Awards.