Senior Care Assistant

Medirest Signature; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the care sector seeks a Senior Care Assistant in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role includes planning personalized care for residents, leading Care Assistants, and ensuring the highest care standards. Applicants should possess a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care and demonstrate strong people skills and effective time management.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Competitive hourly rate

Free uniform

Nutritious meals during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Life assurance

Access to Wagestream for flexible pay

Training and development opportunities

GP online service for children under 16

Support from experienced colleagues

Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition schemes

Refer a friend scheme up to £1000

Qualifications

• Ideal candidates should have a background in person-centered care.
• Knowledge of caring for people with dementia is essential.
• Candidates must possess good record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement personalized care plans for residents.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants, maintaining high care standards.
• Assist the Registered Nurse with physical and mental stimulation activities.

Skills

Positive energy

Effective time management

Person-centered care

Communication

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care (S/NVQ)

Level 3 qualification in Adult Care or equivalent

Job description

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 single person who works here understands that our residents are people just like them with their own stories to tell. And, by joining us, you'll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to those people.

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.

One of your key responsibilities as a Senior Care Assistant is to maintain accurate records of your work and to build strong relationships with your team.

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

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word. It is a belief that caring for people means caring about what matters most to them, so we can support them to lead their best possible life.

We show up with five key qualities, support and coach each other in these every single day, called Kindness the HC-One Way: Curious, asking questions and seeking understanding; Compassionate, walking in others' shoes; Creative, using imagination to make things happen; Courageous, supporting residents to live the life they want; and Counted on, being reliable.

We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and can be themselves. Our diverse workforce allows us to learn from each other and better serve our communities.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. You should be able to recognize signs of possible abuse, harm, or neglect, and know what to do if concerns arise. All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding training and undertake additional related training. You should be able to seek advice and report concerns, including escalation if necessary.

We'll provide full training, offering a great opportunity to learn new skills. In return, you will enjoy a variety of benefits supporting 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 pay access
• Learning and development opportunities with qualifications
• GP online service for you and your children under 16
• Support from experienced colleagues
• Colleague discounts at over 1600 high street partners
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme for physical, mental, and financial issues
• Recognition schemes such as 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 quick turnaround from offer to start date, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds to join our HC-One family.