Senior Care Assistant

HC-One Ltd.; Coventry; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

HC-One Ltd. seeks a dedicated Senior Care Assistant to join their team in Coventry. This full-time role involves planning and delivering personalized care for residents in diverse settings, leading a team, and maintaining high care standards. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care and a passion for person-centered care.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Competitive hourly rate

Free uniform

28 days annual leave

Learning and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Referral bonus scheme up to £1000

Qualifications

• Experience in dementia care preferred.
• Positive energy and ability to connect with people are essential.
• Good record-keeping skills required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver care promoting residents' security and dignity.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants to uphold care standards.
• Maintain accurate records and build relationships with residents.

Skills

Person-centered care

Time management

Communication

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care

Willingness to pursue Level 3

Job description

About The Role

Please note that this is a full-time role working 33 hours per week, nights only from 8pm - 8am.

As a Senior Care Assistant at HC One, kindness will be at the core of everything you do. It influences every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist care homes. Every team member understands that our residents are individuals with their own stories, and by joining us, you'll have the opportunity to give back to them.

Your responsibilities will include planning and delivering care that promotes residents' security, dignity, and independence. You will build relationships with residents and their families to ensure personalized care plans. Leading a team of Care Assistants, you'll uphold high standards of care and positively influence your team. Your tasks may include assisting with mobility, end-of-life care, communication with families, and supporting social and recreational activities, including medication administration.

Maintaining accurate records and fostering strong team relationships are key parts of your role. Ideally, you will have completed a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care or equivalent, and be willing to pursue Level 3. Experience in person-centered care planning and caring for individuals with dementia is preferred. Your positive energy, ability to connect with people, good record-keeping skills, and effective time management are essential. You should communicate considerately and kindly with residents and colleagues.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word; it is our core belief. Caring for people means caring about what matters most to them, enabling us to support them in leading their best lives.

We embody five qualities, known as Kindness the HC-One Way:

• Curious: Asking questions, seeking understanding.
• Compassionate: Walking in others’ shoes.
• Creative: Using imagination to make things happen.
• Courageous: Supporting residents to live the way they want.
• Counted on: Being reliable and dependable.

We promote inclusivity, valuing diversity and fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and authentic. Our diverse workforce helps us better serve our communities.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. You should be able to recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect and know how to act on concerns. All staff must attend safeguarding training relevant to their role and seek advice or escalate concerns when necessary.

We offer comprehensive training and a range of benefits to support your well-being and career development, including:

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications
• Free uniform
• Nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Group life assurance
• Wagestream for flexible pay access
• Learning and development opportunities, including qualifications
• GP online service for you and your children under 16
• Colleague discounts at over 1600 retailers
• Employee Assistance Programme for support with physical, mental, and financial issues
• Recognition schemes such as ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards
• Referral bonus scheme up to £1000 per successful hire

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. We aim for a quick onboarding process to get you started as soon as possible.