Senior Care Assistant

HC-One; Jarrow; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

HC-One is seeking a Senior Care Assistant who embodies kindness and compassion. In this role, you'll be responsible for planning and delivering care, leading a team, and ensuring residents' dignity and independence. Join a supportive environment that values inclusivity and continuous learning.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Competitive hourly rate based on experience

Free uniform and nutritious meals during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Group life assurance

Wagestream flexible pay

Training and development opportunities

GP online service for colleagues and children under 16

Employee discounts and wellbeing support

Recognition schemes and refer-a-friend bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in person-centered care planning preferred.
• Experience caring for people with dementia is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver care promoting security, dignity, and independence.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants and maintain high standards of care.
• Support residents with activities, medication, and social engagement.

Skills

Positive energy

Kindness

Good communication

Time management

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care (S/NVQ)

Willingness to pursue Level 3

Job description

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About The Role

As a Senior Care Assistant at HC One, kindness is at the core of everything you do. It influences 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.

Responsibilities include planning and delivering care that promotes security, dignity, and independence, building relationships with residents and their families, leading a team of Care Assistants, maintaining high standards of care, and supporting residents with activities, medication, and social engagement. Accurate record-keeping and effective time management are essential.

Qualifications

Ideally, you will have completed a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care (S/NVQ) and be willing to pursue Level 3. Experience in person-centered care planning and caring for people with dementia is preferred. The key qualities are positive energy, kindness, good communication, and the ability to manage time effectively.

About HC-One

HC-One emphasizes kindness as a core value, supporting residents to lead fulfilling lives. The company promotes inclusivity, diversity, safeguarding, and continuous learning, fostering a supportive and respectful workplace.

Benefits

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications
• Free uniform and nutritious meals during shifts
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Group life assurance
• Wagestream flexible pay
• Training and development opportunities
• GP online service for colleagues and children under 16
• Employee discounts and wellbeing support
• Recognition schemes and refer-a-friend bonus

About You

Not specified

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care