Senior Care Assistant

HC-One; Bishopbriggs; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected care provider in Bishopbriggs is seeking a Senior Care Assistant for a full-time dayshift role. You will lead a team providing personalized care to residents, ensuring their dignity and independence. Ideal candidates will have experience in care planning and support for those with dementia. Benefits include a comprehensive pension, paid training, and annual leave.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Company pension

28 days annual leave

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Background in person-centred care planning and knowledge of caring for people with dementia.
• Positive, kind, and patient approach with residents and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement care for residents.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants and maintain high standards.
• Assist with medication administration and activities.
• Maintain accurate records of care provided.

Skills

Person-centred care planning

Strong record-keeping

Time-management

Communication skills

Education

Level 2 Diploma/SNVQ in Adult Care

Level 3 qualification or equivalent

Job description

Overview

This is a full-time role on dayshift as a Senior Care Assistant at HC One. Kindness is at the core of everything we do in our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. We aim to give residents a sense of security, dignity and independence by delivering highly personalised care and building strong relationships with residents and their families.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement the kind of care that gives 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, acting as an influence on the team.
• Assist with activities that provide physical and mental stimulation and, when needed, support with medication administration.
• Work with the Registered Nurse and Care Manager to support care delivery and documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of the care you provide and build strong relationships with the team.
• Ensure safeguarding is observed and report concerns as appropriate; attend safeguarding training relevant to the role.

Qualifications

• Ideally, have completed a Level 2 Diploma/SNVQ in Adult Care and be prepared to work towards Level 3 qualification or equivalent.
• Background in person-centred care planning and knowledge of caring for people with dementia.
• Strong record-keeping, time-management and communication skills; a positive, kind, and patient approach with residents and colleagues.

About HC-One and Benefits

• About HC-One: Kindness is at the heart of everything we do; we are committed to helping residents live their best possible life.
• 5 qualities of the HC-One Way: Kindness, Curious, Compassionate, Creative, Courageous, and we are always counted on.
• Safeguarding training and ongoing development are provided as part of the role.
• Benefits include: Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG, uniform, nutritious meals on shifts longer than eight hours, company pension, 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), group life assurance, Wagestream for flexible pay, learning and development opportunities, and employee discounts.

Note: This description reflects typical duties and qualifications and does not guarantee a specific location. EEO statements and other compulsory notices may apply as required by law.