Senior Care Assistant

NHS; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Senior Care Assistant. In this full-time night role, you will deliver person-centered care, lead and supervise a team of Care Assistants, and assist residents with daily activities. Ideal candidates will have qualifications in Health & Social Care and a positive, energetic approach to care. Benefits include paid training, uniforms, and a company pension.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Uniform provided

Nutritious meals during shifts

Company pension

28 days’ annual leave

Group life assurance

Financial wellbeing support

Colleague discounts and wellbeing support

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to deliver person-centered care, especially for residents with dementia.
• Positive, energetic, and people-focused attitude.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver care that provides security, dignity, and independence for residents.
• Lead and influence the care team; supervise a team of Care Assistants.
• Assist residents with daily activities and communicate with families as needed.
• Work with Registered Nurse and Care Manager to provide stimulation through activities.
• Maintain accurate records and build strong relationships within the team.
• Contribute to personalized care plans.

Skills

Person-centered care

Communication

Team supervision

Education

S/NVQ or Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Overview

Senior Care Assistant position at HC One. Kindness is at the core of the role across Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. You will support residents as individuals with their own stories, giving back to the people in our care.

Job responsibilities

Please note this is a full-time night role, 8pm – 8am. Full flexibility required. Responsibilities include:

• Plan and deliver care that provides security, dignity and independence for residents.
• Lead and influence the care team; supervise a team of Care Assistants.
• Assist residents with daily activities (e.g., using walking frames, meals) and communicate with residents’ families as needed.
• Work with Registered Nurse and Care Manager to provide physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities, and administer medications as required.
• Maintain accurate records and build strong relationships within the team.
• Contribute to personalised care plans and ensure high standards of care, with a person-centered approach, particularly for residents with dementia.
• Strive to deliver care with kindness, energy and professionalism at all times.

About HC-One

HC-One aims to help residents lead their best lives and to be the kindest care provider for families, colleagues and commissioners. The organisation emphasises five core qualities: Kindness the HC-One Way — curious, compassionate, creative, courageous, and counted on.

HC-One promotes inclusivity and a diverse workforce representative of the communities served. Safeguarding is a shared responsibility; all colleagues receive safeguarding training and can report concerns with escalation if needed.

Benefits and development

We offer full training and a wide range of benefits, including:

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Uniform provided
• Nutritious meals during shifts of eight hours or more
• Company pension
• 28 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Group life assurance
• Wagestream for financial wellbeing
• Opportunity to learn and achieve qualifications
• GP online service for you and your children under 16
• Colleague discounts, wellbeing support, and recognition schemes
• Refer a friend scheme (up to £1000 per referral, depending on role)

Qualifications and experience

Essential: S/NVQ or Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (desirable). Desirable: same qualifications. Experience should demonstrate ability to deliver person-centered care, especially for residents with dementia. A positive, energetic, and people-focused attitude is essential. Ability to maintain accurate records and manage time effectively.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Attend safeguarding training and undertake additional relevant training. You should be able to seek advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken.

Additional information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires DBS disclosure clearance.

Employers details

Employer: HC-One

Address: Sutherland Avenue, Fenham, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE4 9NS

Employer website: https://apply.hc-one.co.uk/

Job locations: Sutherland Avenue; Fenham; Newcastle Upon Tyne; NE4 9NS