Senior Care Assistant

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

Job summary

HC-One Ltd. is seeking a Senior Care Assistant in Coventry to provide compassionate care in a supportive environment. The role involves planning care, leading a team, and ensuring residents' dignity and independence. Candidates should possess a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care and have a strong background in dementia care.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Competitive hourly rate based on experience

Free uniform

Nutritious meal during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Group life assurance

Wagestream for flexible pay access

Learning and development opportunities

GP online consultations

Colleague discounts at retailers

Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition schemes

Refer a Friend scheme

Qualifications

• Completed Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care or equivalent.
• Experience in person-centered care planning and dementia care.
• Good record-keeping skills and effective time management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement personalized care plans for residents.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants and uphold high care standards.
• Assist Registered Nurse and Care Manager with activities and medication administration.

Skills

Person-centered care

Dementia care

Time management

Communication

Record-keeping

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care

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 touches upon every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist care homes. Every team member understands that our residents are people with their own stories, just like everyone else. Joining us offers a wonderful opportunity to give back to these individuals.

Your responsibilities include planning and implementing care that provides our residents with security, dignity, and independence. You will get to know residents and their families to help deliver personalized care plans. Leading a team of Care Assistants, you will uphold high standards of care and influence your team positively. Whether demonstrating how to use a walking frame, assisting at end of life, or communicating with families, kindness is paramount.

Assisting the Registered Nurse and Care Manager, you will provide physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities, and administer medication.

A key duty of the Senior Care Assistant is maintaining accurate records and building strong team relationships.

Ideally, you will have completed a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care or equivalent, with a background in person-centered care planning and dementia care. Your positive energy, ability to connect with people, good record-keeping skills, and effective time management are essential. Always communicate considerately and kindly with residents and colleagues.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word; it is a core belief that caring about what matters most to residents enables us to support them to live their best lives.

We embody five qualities known as Kindness the HC-One Way: curiosity, compassion, creativity, courage, and dependability. We promote inclusivity and value diversity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and authentic.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. You should recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect and know how to respond appropriately. All colleagues must attend safeguarding training and seek advice or escalate concerns when necessary.

We offer full training and a variety 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 with qualifications
• GP online consultations for you and your children under 16
• Colleague discounts at over 1600 retailers
• Employee Assistance Programme for support with various issues
• Recognition schemes like ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards
• Refer a Friend scheme up to £1000 per referral

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We aim for a swift onboarding process from offer to start date.