Senior Care Assistant

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

Job summary

HC-One Ltd. is seeking a Senior Care Assistant dedicated to providing compassionate care in a supportive environment. The role involves planning and delivering personalized care, leading a team, and ensuring high standards of care. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care and experience in dementia care, along with strong communication and record-keeping skills. Join a company that values kindness and offers comprehensive training and benefits to support your career development.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Competitive hourly rate based on experience

Free uniform

Nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Group life assurance

Wagestream for flexible access to pay

Learning and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support

Recognition schemes like 'Kindness in Care'

Refer a Friend scheme up to £1000

Qualifications

• Experience in person-centered care planning and dementia care is essential.
• Positive energy and ability to connect with people are crucial.
• Must communicate considerately and kindly.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver personalized care for residents.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants and uphold care standards.
• Maintain accurate records and facilitate activities.

Skills

Person-centered care planning

Dementia care

Effective time management

Good record-keeping skills

Kind communication

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care

Job description

About The Role

As a Senior Care Assistant at HC One, kindness will be 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 people with their own stories, and joining us offers a wonderful opportunity to give back.

This means planning and delivering 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 will uphold high standards of care and influence your team positively. Whether demonstrating how to use a walking frame, assisting at mealtimes, or communicating with families, your approach will be rooted in kindness.Supporting the Registered Nurse and Care Manager, you will facilitate social and recreational activities, administer medication, and ensure accurate record-keeping.

Key responsibilities include maintaining accurate records and building strong team relationships.

Ideally, you’ll have completed a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care or equivalent, with experience in person-centered care planning and dementia care. Your positive energy, ability to connect with people, good record-keeping skills, and effective time management are essential. Always communicate considerately and kindly.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word; it’s a core value. We believe caring for people means caring about what matters most to them, supporting them to lead their best lives.

Our team embodies five qualities we call 'Kindness the HC-One Way': curiosity, compassion, creativity, courage, and reliability. We promote inclusivity, valuing diversity and fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and authentic. Our workforce reflects the communities we serve.

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

We offer comprehensive training and a range 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 meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Group life assurance
• Wagestream for flexible access to pay
• Learning and development opportunities with support for qualifications
• GP online service for you and your children under 16
• Learning from experienced colleagues in a supportive team
• Colleague discounts at over 1600 high street stores
• Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support
• Recognition schemes like 'Kindness in Care' and Long Service Awards
• Refer a Friend scheme up to £1000 per successful referral

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. We aim for a quick onboarding process to get you started as soon as possible.