Senior Care Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading care provider in Greater Manchester is looking for a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team and deliver personalised care plans. Responsibilities include supporting residents with dignity and independence, maintaining care standards, and assisting Registered Nurses. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Social Care or equivalent and an understanding of dementia care. The position comes with extensive training and numerous benefits, including a welcome bonus, pension scheme, and additional support throughout your career.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Up to £500 welcome bonus

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays

Colleague discounts

Qualifications

• Ideally completed a Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Social Care.
• Prepared to work towards a Level 3 qualification in Adult Social Care.
• Background in person-centred care planning and knowledge of dementia care.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Care Assistants to maintain high standards of care.
• Plan and implement care for residents to ensure dignity and independence.
• Assist the Registered Nurse and Care Manager with care activities.

Skills

Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Social Care

Person-centred care planning

Caring for people with dementia

Good record-keeping

Effective time management

Positive energy

Good communication

Education

Level 3 qualification in Adult Social Care or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

For you, that will mean planning and implementing the kind of care that will give our residents a real sense of security, dignity and independence. You will get to know our residents and their families – helping to ensure we deliver truly personalised care plans. Leading a team of Care Assistants, you will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of care and you’ll be a real influence on the rest of the team. Whether you are showing someone how to use a walking frame, helping someone at the end of their life to eat a meal or talking to a resident’s family on the phone, you’ll do so with a sense of kindness, above anything else. Assisting the Registered Nurse and Care Manager, you will be involved in providing essential physical and mental stimulation through a range of social and recreational activities, as well as administering medication.

Workplace Culture

We are passionate about ensuring that our current and future Colleagues can be their true selves, and that our workforce represents the communities we serve. We prioritise inclusive working practices and invite applicants from all backgrounds into our HC‑One family. We are committed to providing the quickest possible turnaround from the point of making you a job offer to you starting with us on day one.

Qualifications

Ideally, you’ll have completed a Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Social Care and are prepared to work towards a Level 3 qualification in Adult Social Care or equivalent, a background in person‑centred care planning and knowledge of caring for people with dementia. What’s essential, though, is your brilliant positive energy and natural ability to get along with people. You’ll know what good record‑keeping looks like and be able to manage your time effectively. And, whenever you communicate with a resident or co‑worker, you’ll be truly considerate and kind.

Our Core Values – The HC‑One Way

To be able to provide the kindest possible care there are five qualities that everyone who is part of the HC‑One team shows up with, supports and coaches in each other every single day:

• We are curious and ask questions, look for clues and seek to understand.
• We are compassionate and try to walk in the shoes of others.
• We are creative yet practical, using our imagination to make things happen.
• We are courageous in how we support residents to live the life they want.
• And we can always be counted on.

Inclusivity

We champion inclusivity, fostering 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.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility in adult social care and therefore it is important that you are able to recognise the signs which may indicate possible abuse, harm or neglect in its different forms and know what to do if there are any concerns. All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding training appropriate to their role and to undertake additional training in associated areas. You also have the ability to seek advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken.

Training & Development

We’ll provide full training, so it’s a great opportunity to learn something new. In return, you will enjoy access to a huge variety of benefits and services to support your physical and psychological well‑being and throughout your career as a Senior Care Assistant we will invest in you, and you will enjoy additional support and benefits.

Benefits

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Upto £500 welcome bonus
• Hourly rate is subject to experience and qualifications
• Free uniform
• During a shift of eight hours or more a nutritious meal will be available
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream – financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as you need it
• Award‑winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications
• GP online – a service providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app – available to you and your dependents under 16
• An opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team
• Colleague discounts – Access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners
• Wellbeing – free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues
• Excellent recognition schemes such as ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards