Senior Care Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading care provider in Scotland is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team and deliver personalised care to residents, including those with dementia. The role requires strong communication, record-keeping skills, and a qualification in Adult Social Care. This full-time position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for further training and development.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Access to wellbeing resources

Qualifications

• Background in caring for people with dementia.
• Strong positive energy and ability to get along with people.
• Considerate and kind communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Care Assistants and maintain care standards.
• Plan and deliver personalised care plans to residents.
• Assist residents with daily living activities.

Skills

Person-centred care planning

Communication skills

Record-keeping

Team leadership

Time management

Education

Level 2 Diploma/SNVQ in Adult Social Care

Willingness to pursue Level 3 qualification

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. By joining us, you\'ll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to those people.

One of your key responsibilities is to lead a team of Care Assistants, plan and implement the kind of care that will give residents a real sense of security, dignity and independence. You will get to know residents and their families, helping to deliver truly personalised care plans. You may assist with activities, support a Registered Nurse and Care Manager, and participate in providing essential physical and mental stimulation through a range of social and recreational activities, as well as administering medication.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Care Assistants and maintain the highest standards of care
• Plan and deliver personalised care plans that promote security, dignity and independence
• Get to know residents and their families and communicate effectively
• Assist residents with daily living activities, including guidance on the use of mobility aids
• Support end-of-life care where appropriate
• Collaborate with Registered Nurses and the Care Manager
• Provide physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities
• Administer medication as required
• Maintain accurate records of the care you provide and build strong team relationships

Qualifications

• Ideally the Level 2 Diploma/SNVQ in Adult Social Care
• Prepared to work towards Level 3 qualification in Adult Social Care or equivalent
• Background in person-centred care planning and knowledge of caring for people with dementia
• Strong positive energy and ability to get along with people
• Good record-keeping skills and time management
• Considerate and kind communication with residents and co-workers

Benefits

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Hourly rate subject to experience and qualifications
• Free uniform
• Nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream – flexible access to pay
• Award-winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications
• GP online – around-the-clock GP consultation for you and your children under 16
• Colleague discounts – access to over 1600 high street discounts
• Wellbeing resources – free access to wellbeing services

Safeguarding is everyone?s responsibility. All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding training appropriate to their role and to undertake additional training in associated areas. You should seek appropriate advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken.

Full time Permanent roles may be available in multiple locations (e.g., Glasgow, Dunfermline, Linlithgow, East Kilbride, Edinburgh, etc.).