Senior Care Assistant

HC-One Ltd; Birstall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK seeks a Senior Care Assistant to provide high-quality care in their residential homes. You'll implement personalized care plans, lead a team of Care Assistants, and contribute to the well-being of residents. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care and experience in dementia care. The role offers flexible hours, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meals during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Online GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Colleague discounts

Recognition schemes

Qualifications

• Willingness to work towards Level 3 qualification in Adult Care.
• Background in caring for people with dementia.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement care to ensure residents' security and dignity.
• Create personalized care plans for residents.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants.
• Provide physical and mental stimulation through activities.
• Administer medication as necessary.

Skills

Person-centered care planning

Record keeping

Time management

Positive energy

Education

Level 2 Diploma/SNVQ in Adult Care

Job description

Overview

About The Role: This is a full-time role working from 8am - 8pm or 8pm to 8am – 38.5 hours per week. Full flexibility is required.

As a Senior Care Assistant at HC One, kindness is at the core of everything you do. You will contribute to Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes, helping residents and their families with personalised care plans and support.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement care to give residents a real sense of security, dignity and independence.
• Know residents and their families to deliver truly personalised care plans.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants and maintain the highest standards of care.
• Demonstrate kindness in all interactions, including activities such as helping with mobility aids, meals at the end of life, and communicating with families.
• Assist the Registered Nurse and Care Manager; provide physical and mental stimulation through activities; administer medication where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate records of tasks performed and build strong team relationships.

Qualifications

• Ideally, Level 2 Diploma/SNVQ in Adult Care and willingness to work towards Level 3 qualification in Adult Care or equivalent.
• Background in person-centered care planning and knowledge of caring for people with dementia.
• Strong positive energy, ability to get along with people, good record keeping, time management, and a caring, considerate communication style.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word. It is a belief that caring for people means caring about what matters most to them so we can support them to lead their best possible life.

We champion five qualities in the HC-One Way: Kindness, Curiosity, Compassion, Creativity, Courage, and Inclusivity. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility; safeguarding training is required and ongoing. Colleagues are encouraged to seek advice and report concerns as needed.

Benefits

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Hourly rate subject to experience and qualifications
• Free uniform
• Nutritious meals during shifts of eight hours or more
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Group life assurance
• Wagestream – flexible access to pay
• Award-winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications
• GP online consultations for you and your children under 16
• Colleague discounts – over 1600 high street discounts
• Wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Programme (24/7)
• Recognition schemes such as ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards
• Refer-a-friend scheme up to £1000 per referral (role dependent)

Equal Opportunity

We are passionate about ensuring our current and future colleagues can be their true selves, with inclusive working practices and a diverse workforce representing the communities we serve. We are committed to a quick turnaround from offer to start date.