Senior Care Assistant

HC-One Ltd.; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team as a Senior Care Assistant, where kindness is at the heart of everything you do. You'll have the rewarding opportunity to provide personalized care to residents, ensuring their dignity and independence. Support the Registered Nurse and Care Manager in delivering both physical and mental stimulation through engaging activities. With a commitment to inclusivity and diversity, this role offers full training and a variety of benefits to enhance your well-being and career development. If you possess positive energy and a genuine desire to make a difference, this position 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

Colleague discounts at stores

Qualifications

• Experience in person-centered care planning and dementia care is desirable.
• Good communication skills and effective time management are essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement care that provides residents with security and dignity.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants and maintain high standards of care.

Skills

Person-centered care planning

Dementia care

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care

Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (willingness to pursue)

Job description

About The Role

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 person working here understands that our residents are individuals with their own stories, and by joining us, you'll have a wonderful opportunity to give back to them.

Your responsibilities will include planning and implementing care that provides residents with security, dignity, and independence. You will get to know residents and their families to ensure personalized care plans. Leading a team of Care Assistants, you'll maintain high standards of care and influence your team positively. Tasks may include assisting with mobility, end-of-life care, or communicating with families, all with kindness.

You will support the Registered Nurse and Care Manager in providing physical and mental stimulation through social activities and administering medication. Maintaining accurate records and building strong team relationships are key aspects of your role.

Ideally, you will have completed a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care and be willing to pursue Level 3 or equivalent. Experience in person-centered care planning and dementia care is desirable. Most importantly, you should have positive energy, good communication skills, and the ability to manage your time effectively, always demonstrating kindness and consideration.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word; it’s a core belief. We support residents to lead their best lives by caring about what matters most to them.

Our team exemplifies five key qualities: curiosity, compassion, creativity, courage, and dependability, which we support and develop in each other daily. We promote inclusivity, valuing diversity and fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and authentic.

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

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 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
• GP online service for you and your children
• Colleague discounts at over 1600 high street stores
• 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.