Senior Care Assistant

HC-One; Penrith; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Penrith is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to work full-time night shifts. The role involves delivering high-quality, person-centered care across various care homes and leading a team of Care Assistants. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care and strong communication and time-management skills. This position offers competitive pay, training support, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Competitive hourly rate

Free uniform

Nutritious meals during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Group life assurance

Wagestream for flexible pay access

Learning and development support

GP online service

Colleague discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in person-centered care planning.
• Knowledge of caring for people with dementia.
• Ability to maintain care records accurately.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement personalized care plans.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants.
• Support residents with daily living activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Time-management

Kindness and respect

Record-keeping

Energy and interpersonal skills

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Level 2 Diploma/SNVQ in Adult Care

Willingness to work toward Level 3 qualification

Job description

Overview

This is a full-time role working night shifts, 44 hours per week. Full flexibility is required.

As a Senior Care Assistant at HC-One, Kindness will be at the core of everything you do. You will help deliver care across our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes, ensuring residents are treated with dignity and independence. You will lead a team of Care Assistants and work closely with a Registered Nurse and the Care Manager to provide high-quality, person-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement 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, influencing the team to achieve excellent care outcomes.
• Support residents in daily living activities, including assisting with mobility aids, meals, and communicating with families.
• Provide essential physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities; assist with administering medication as required.
• Maintain accurate records of care provided and build strong working relationships with the team.
• Contribute to person-centered care planning and support safeguarding and quality governance processes.

Qualifications

• Ideally, a Level 2 Diploma/SNVQ in Adult Care and willingness to work toward Level 3 qualification or equivalent.
• Background in person-centered care planning and knowledge of caring for people with dementia.
• Excellent communication and time-management skills; the ability to be kind, considerate, and respectful in all interactions.
• Strong record-keeping ability and the capability to work well with residents, families, and colleagues.
• Positive energy and a natural ability to get along with people.
• Safeguarding awareness; willingness to undertake safeguarding training and related mandatory training.

Benefits

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Competitive 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
• Wagestream for financial wellbeing and flexible pay access
• Awards-winning learning and development; support to achieve qualifications
• GP online service for around-the-clock GP consultation
• Colleague discounts and access to high-street discounts

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 champion inclusivity and a diverse workforce that represents the communities we serve. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and all colleagues are required to undertake safeguarding training and report concerns as appropriate.