Senior Care Assistant

HC-One Ltd.; Greater Manchester, Rochdale; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to providing compassionate care in a supportive environment. As a Senior Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in enhancing the lives of residents by delivering personalized care plans and leading a dedicated team. Your responsibilities will include planning care, assisting with daily activities, and maintaining strong relationships with both residents and their families. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a range of benefits and professional development opportunities. If you have a passion for care and a commitment to kindness, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meals during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Group life assurance

Wagestream for flexible pay access

Learning and development opportunities

GP online service

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in person-centered care planning and dementia care is desirable.
• Ability to connect with people and a considerate approach when communicating.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering care that promotes residents' security and dignity.
• Leading a team of Care Assistants and ensuring high standards of care.

Skills

Person-Centered Care Planning

Dementia Care

Effective Time Management

Record-Keeping Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care

Willingness to work towards Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

About The Role

Please note: We have opportunities for a Full-Time Senior Care Assistant, 33 hours per week on Days, and also Full-Time Nights, 33 hours per week.

As a Senior Care Assistant at HC One, kindness is 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 joining us offers a wonderful opportunity to give back to them.

This role involves planning and delivering care that promotes residents' 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'll ensure high standards of care and positively influence your team. Whether demonstrating how to use a walking frame, assisting at mealtimes, or communicating with families, kindness is paramount.

You will assist the Registered Nurse and Care Manager in providing physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities, as well as administering medication.

A key responsibility is maintaining accurate records and building strong team relationships.

Ideally, you will have completed a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care (S/NVQ) and be willing to work towards Level 3 or equivalent. Experience in person-centered care planning and dementia care is desirable. What’s essential is your positive energy, ability to connect with people, good record-keeping skills, effective time management, and a considerate, kind approach when communicating with residents and colleagues.

About HC-One

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

We uphold five qualities—curious, compassionate, creative, courageous, and dependable—that everyone in our team demonstrates daily, supporting each other to provide the best care. We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and authentic, which helps us serve diverse communities better.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. You should be able to recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect and know how to respond. All colleagues must attend safeguarding training relevant to their role and seek advice or escalate concerns as needed.

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

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Competitive hourly rates based on experience and qualifications
• Free uniform
• Nutritious meals 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 high street stores
• Employee Assistance Programme for physical, mental, and financial support
• Recognition schemes like ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards
• Referral bonus scheme of up to £1000 per successful hire

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds to join our HC-One family. We aim for a swift onboarding process so you can start making a difference from day one.