Senior Care Assistant

The Methodist Church in Britain; Arnold; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave including bank-h/

Company pension scheme

Free uniform

Nutritious meal on shifts 8+ hours

Group life assurance

Wagestream access to pay as needed

Learning and development support for Q

Job summary

HC-One is recruiting a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team of care assistants and deliver personalised, dignified care. The role involves administering medication, supporting daily living activities, and coordinating with the Registered Nurse and Care Manager to maintain high-quality standards.

Full-time night shifts and part-time day shifts are available. A Level 2 or 3 health and social care qualification is required, with dementia experience considered advantageous.

Qualifications

• S/NVQ or Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care is required.
• Dementia experience is a useful addition.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out personalised care ensuring security, dignity and independence.
• Lead a team of care assistants and maintain high standards of care.
• Develop personalised care plans with residents and families.
• Support residents with daily living, including use of walking aids and end-of-life care.
• Communicate with residents' families, including by phone.
• Assist the Registered Nurse and Care Manager.
• Administer medication.
• Provide stimulation through social and recreational activities.
• Maintain accurate records of work and care provided.

Skills

Positive energy

Good record keeping

Time management

Abuse reporting

Education

NVQ or Diploma Level 2/3 Health & Social Care

Job description

HC-One, which runs dementia, nursing, residential and specialist care homes, is recruiting a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team of care assistants. The post centres on planning personalised care that keeps residents secure, dignified and independent, alongside giving medication, running activities and keeping accurate records with the Registered Nurse and Care Manager. Full-time night shifts and part-time day shifts are on offer. A Level 2 or 3 health and social care qualification is required, with dementia experience a useful addition.

What the job involves

• Plan and carry out personalised care that gives residents security, dignity and independence
• Lead a team of care assistants and maintain high standards of care
• Get to know residents and their families and help develop personalised care plans
• Support residents with daily living, from using a walking frame to eating at the end of life
• Speak with residents' families, including by phone
• Assist the Registered Nurse and Care Manager
• Administer medication
• Provide physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities
• Maintain accurate records of work
• Build strong working relationships with the team

Qualifications

• S/NVQ or Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Skills & knowledge

• Positive energy and a natural ability to get on with people
• Good record keeping
• Effective time management
• Recognising signs of abuse, harm or neglect and knowing how to report concerns

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS or PVG check

Nice to have

• Background in person-centred care planning
• Knowledge of caring for people with dementia
• Level 3 in Adult Social Care, or willingness to work towards it

What’s offered

• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Free uniform
• Nutritious meal available on shifts of eight hours or more
• Group life assurance
• Wagestream access to pay as needed
• Learning, development and support for qualifications
• Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme