Care Home Community Lead

About the role

As a Community Lead within Barchester Healthcare’s residential care homes, you will create a stimulating and fulfilling environment for residents while delivering person‑centred care. You will respect each resident’s independence, privacy, dignity and choice, and act as a trusted role model for both staff and families.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and support a team of Carers and Senior Carers.
• Record clinical observations such as weight and blood pressure.
• Carry out simple wound‑dressing procedures.
• Ensure person‑centred care that upholds residents’ independence and dignity.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with residents, families and external partners.

Required profile

• Senior‑level care experience with a history of supervising staff.
• Understanding of clinical care for older people.
• Level 3 NVQ or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care (or willingness to obtain assessor qualification).
• Enthusiastic, tenacious, with high integrity and strong communication skills.
• Commitment to a vibrant, supportive culture that puts residents first.

Required skills

• Clinical observation recording (weight, blood pressure).
• Simple wound‑dressing techniques.

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £17.04.
• Free learning and development opportunities.
• Holiday, retail and leisure discounts.
• Unlimited access to a Refer‑a‑Friend bonus scheme.