Senior Care Assistant

NHS; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in North East England is seeking a Senior Care Assistant. In this role, you will support residents by implementing personalised care plans and leading a team of caregivers. Key qualifications include a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care and a commitment to kindness and quality care. The position offers a variety of benefits, including comprehensive training and a competitive rate of pay.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meals during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Employee assistance programme for well-being assistance

Qualifications

• Completed a Level 2 Diploma/SNVQ in Adult Care.
• Prepared to work towards Level 3 qualification.
• Background in person-centred care planning preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement care that ensures residents' dignity and independence.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants.
• Maintain accurate records and build strong relationships with the team.

Skills

Kindness

Positive energy

Good record-keeping

Time management

Person-centred care planning

Education

Level 2 Diploma/SNVQ in Adult Care

Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Overview

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.

Main duties of the job

Planning and implementing the kind of care that gives residents a real sense of security, dignity and independence. Get to know residents and their families to deliver truly personalised care plans. Lead a team of Care Assistants and maintain the highest standards of care, acting as a positive influence on the team. Support residents by showing how to use mobility aids, assisting at the end of life, and communicating with families as needed, all with kindness. Assist the Registered Nurse and Care Manager, providing physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities, and administering medication.

About us

At HC-One, our purpose is to support those in our care to lead their best lives. As the Kind Care Company, our mission is to provide the kindest support and care to Residents living in our care homes, and to be the first-choice care provider for Families, Colleagues and Commissioners in the communities we serve.

Job responsibilities

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will maintain accurate records and build strong relationships with your team. Ideally, you\'ll have completed a Level 2 Diploma/SNVQ in Adult Care and be prepared to work towards Level 3 qualification, or equivalent. A background in person-centred care planning and knowledge of caring for people with dementia is preferred. Essential qualities include positive energy, the ability to get along with people, good record-keeping, time management, and a caring, considerate approach in all interactions.

About HC-One and our values: five qualities we live by are Kindness (the HC-One Way) with curious, compassionate, creative, courageous, and being counted on. We champion inclusivity and a diverse, inclusive workforce that represents the communities we serve. Safeguarding is everyone\'s responsibility; training is provided, and staff are expected to report concerns appropriately.

Benefits and opportunities

Well provide full training and a wide range of benefits to support your physical and psychological well-being. Benefits include:

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Competitive hourly rate based on 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
• Wagestream for flexible access to pay
• Learning and development opportunities to achieve qualifications
• GP online service for you and your children under 16
• Colleague discounts with over 1600 high-street partners
• Employee assistance programme for well-being assistance
• Recognition schemes such as Kindness in Care and Long Service Awards
• Refer a friend scheme up to £1000 per referral (role-dependent)

We are committed to inclusive working practices and to a quick turnaround from offer to start.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Senior Care Experience
• Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Experience

• Senior Care Experience
• Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Additional Criteria

• Senior Care Experience
• Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.