Senior Care Assistant

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

Job summary

A renowned care provider in Dunstable is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team and provide personalized care to residents. The role involves maintaining high standards of care, developing care plans, and ensuring residents receive the support they need. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care and experience with dementia care. Competitive hourly rates and benefits are included.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meals during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a friend scheme up to £1000

Qualifications

• Experience in person-centred care planning.
• Knowledge of caring for people with dementia.
• Strong record keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Care Assistants and maintain high care standards.
• Plan and implement personalised care.
• Support residents and families in daily activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Positive energy

Education

Level 2 Diploma/SNVQ in Adult Care

Preparation for Level 3

Job description

Overview

About The Role. This role is Full Time 33hrs per week working over a seven day rota, with opportunities for a Senior Care Assistant on Days and also on Nights. The employer is open to discussion in interviews.

As a Senior Care Assistant at HC One, kindness is at the core of everything you do. You will help deliver care across dementia, nursing, residential and specialist care homes, getting to know residents and their families, and providing personalised care plans that give residents security, dignity and independence. You will lead a team of Care Assistants, maintain high standards of care, and influence the team. You may assist with activities, support residents and families, and work with the Registered Nurse and Care Manager. You will be involved in providing physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities and may administer medication.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Care Assistants and uphold the highest standards of care.
• Plan and implement personalised care that gives residents security, dignity and independence.
• Get to know residents and their families to deliver person-centred care plans.
• Assist with activities and social/recreational programmes; administer medication as required.
• Maintain accurate records of your work and build strong relationships with the team.
• Support the Registered Nurse and Care Manager in daily duties.

Qualifications

• Ideally, Level 2 Diploma/SN VQ in Adult Care, with preparation to work toward Level 3 or equivalent.
• Experience in person-centred care planning and knowledge of caring for people with dementia.
• Strong, positive energy, excellent interpersonal skills, good record keeping, and effective time management.

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. The 5 qualities of the HC-One Way are: curiosity, compassion, creativity with practicality, courage, and inclusivity. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and all colleagues attend safeguarding training and may undertake additional training as needed. You should be able to seek appropriate advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken.

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
• Awards, learning and development with support to achieve qualifications
• GP online access for you and your children under 16
• Colleague discounts on 1600+ high street partners
• Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing
• Recognition schemes such as ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards
• Refer a friend scheme up to £1000 per referral (role dependent)

We are committed to inclusive working practices and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We aim for a quick turnaround from offer to start date.