Senior Care Assistant

HC-One Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Newcastle upon Tyne seeks a Senior Care Assistant to work nights, guiding a team in delivering compassionate care to residents. The role includes creating personalized care plans, administering medication, and maintaining accurate records. Applicants should hold or pursue a Level 2 qualification in Adult Care and possess skills in person-centered care. Full training and various benefits are provided.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meals during shifts

Qualifications

• Experience with dementia care is preferred.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Brilliant positive energy and ability to relate to others.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Care Assistants maintaining high standards of care.
• Plan and implement personalized care plans for residents.
• Administer medication and support with daily activities.

Skills

Person-centered care planning

Time management

Effective communication

Education

Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Care

Job description

Overview

About The Role: This is a full-time role working nights only, 8pm – 8am. Full flexibility is required. As a Senior Care Assistant at HC-One, kindness is at the core of everything you do across our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. You will help residents with dignity, security and independence, and support their families by delivering personalised care plans.

You will lead a team of Care Assistants, maintain the highest standards of care, and influence the rest of the team. You may assist with activities such as helping someone use a walking frame, supporting residents at mealtimes, or speaking with families. You will support the Registered Nurse and Care Manager and participate in providing physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities, as well as administering medication.

One of your key responsibilities is to maintain accurate records of your work and build strong relationships with your team.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Care Assistants and maintain the highest standards of care.
• Plan and implement personalised care that preserves residents’ dignity, security and independence.
• Assist with activities, including mobility support, meals, social and recreational activities, and communication with residents’ families.
• Administer medication in collaboration with the Registered Nurse and Care Manager.
• Ensure accurate record keeping and timely documentation of care provided.

Qualifications

• Ideally completed a Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Care and prepared to work towards Level 3 qualification in Adult Care or equivalent.
• Background in person-centered care planning and knowledge of caring for people with dementia.
• Brilliant positive energy and ability to get along with people. Strong record-keeping skills and effective time management.
• Be truly considerate and kind when communicating with residents and co-workers.

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. There are 5 qualities we uphold as the HC-One Way:

• Kindness: curious, compassionate, creative yet practical and courageous.
• Inclusion: fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and can be themselves.
• Safeguarding: recognising signs of abuse, harm or neglect and knowing what to do, with required safeguarding training.

We provide full training and a wide range of benefits and development opportunities, including:

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Hourly rate subject to experience and qualifications
• Free uniform
• Nutritious meals during shifts of eight hours or more
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream for financial wellbeing and flexible pay
• Award-winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications
• GP online access for you and your children under 16
• Colleague discounts on 1600+ high street offers
• Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 support
• Recognition schemes such as “Kindness in Care” and Long Service Awards
• Refer a friend scheme up to £1000 per referral

We are committed to inclusive working practices and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We aim for a quick turnaround from offer to start date.