Senior Care Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading care provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a dedicated team, providing support and dignity to residents. The position involves planning personalized care and ensuring a high standard of care. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Social Care and possess effective communication skills along with a caring approach. The role offers a variety of benefits including a welcome bonus and comprehensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS / PVG

£500 welcome bonus

Free uniform

Nutritious meal during shift

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme – free 24/7 support

Colleague discounts – over 1600 high street discounts available

Award-winning learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Social Care (or equivalent) and a background in person-centred care planning.
• Knowledge of caring for people with dementia.
• Positive energy, natural kindness and excellent record keeping.
• Effective time management and ability to communicate kindly with residents and co‑workers.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and develop a team of Care Assistants, maintaining the highest standards of care.
• Assist the Registered Nurse and Care Manager in providing essential physical and mental stimulation.
• Maintain accurate records of care activities and build strong relationships with the team.
• Plan and implement personalised care plans in collaboration with residents and families.
• Provide physical and emotional support to residents.

Skills

Knowledge of caring for people with dementia

Effective time management

Excellent record keeping

Positive energy and natural kindness

Education

Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Social Care

Job description

As a Senior Care Assistant at HC-One, kindness is at the core of everything you do. You will plan and implement care that gives residents a real sense of security, dignity and independence.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and develop a team of Care Assistants, maintaining the highest standards of care.
• Assist the Registered Nurse and Care Manager in providing essential physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities, and administering medication.
• Maintain accurate records of care activities and build strong relationships with the team.
• Plan and implement personalised care plans in collaboration with residents and families.
• Provide physical and emotional support to residents, including helping with walking frames, eating meals at the end of life and communicating with families.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Social Care (or equivalent) and a background in person-centred care planning.
• Knowledge of caring for people with dementia.
• Positive energy, natural kindness and excellent record keeping.
• Effective time management and ability to communicate kindly with residents and co‑workers.

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 inclusivity and foster a workplace where everyone feels valued and can be themselves. Our diverse and inclusive workforce allows us to learn from each other and better represent the communities we serve.

Benefits

• Paid Enhanced DBS / PVG
• £500 welcome bonus
• Hourly rate subject to experience and qualifications
• Free uniform
• Nutritious meal available during a shift of eight hours or more
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream – flexible access to pay as you need it
• Award‑winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications
• GP online – around‑clock GP consultation via an interactive app for you and dependents under 16
• Opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding committed team
• Colleague discounts – over 1600 high street discounts available
• Employee Assistance Programme – free 24/7 365 support
• Excellent recognition schemes such as Kindness in Care and Long Service Awards
• Refer‑a‑friend scheme up to £1000 per referral, depending on the role

Safeguarding

You will attend safeguarding training appropriate to your role and undertake additional training in associated areas. You will seek advice, report concerns and, if action is not taken, raise alerts.