Senior Care Assistant

HC One; Stockton-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading care provider as a Senior Care Assistant where kindness is at the core of your role. You will lead a team in delivering personalized care to residents, ensuring their dignity and independence. Your responsibilities will include planning care, assisting with daily activities, and maintaining accurate records. Work in a supportive environment that values diversity and offers comprehensive training and benefits.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Competitive hourly rate

Free uniform and meals

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Group life assurance

Wagestream for flexible pay access

Learning and development opportunities

GP online service

Colleague discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in person-centered care planning preferred.
• Ability to recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver care promoting residents' security and dignity.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants and maintain high care standards.
• Support Registered Nurse and Care Manager in care activities.

Skills

Kindness

Time Management

Record Keeping

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care

Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care

Job description

Job Title: Senior Care Assistant

As a Senior Care Assistant at HC One, kindness is at the core of everything you do. It influences every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist care homes. Every team member understands that our residents are individuals with their own stories, and joining us offers a wonderful opportunity to give back to these individuals.

Your role will involve planning and delivering care that promotes residents' security, dignity, and independence. You will get to know residents and their families, helping to ensure personalized care plans are delivered effectively.

Leading a team of Care Assistants, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of care and influencing your team positively. Your responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, end-of-life care, and communicating with families, always with kindness.

You will support the Registered Nurse and Care Manager in providing physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities, and administering medication.

A key part of your role is to maintain accurate records and build strong team relationships.

Ideally, you will have completed a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care or equivalent and be prepared to work towards Level 3. Experience in person-centered care planning and caring for people with dementia is preferred. The most important qualities are your positive energy, ability to get along with people, good record-keeping skills, effective time management, and kindness in communication.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word; it is our core belief. We support residents to lead their best lives by embodying five key qualities: Curiosity, Compassion, Creativity, Courage, and Reliability. We foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, and we learn from each other to better serve our communities.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. You should be able to recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect and know the appropriate actions to take. Training will be provided, and you are encouraged to seek advice and report concerns.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive training and a range of benefits, including:

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications
• Free uniform and nutritious meals during shifts of eight hours or more
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Group life assurance
• Wagestream for flexible pay access
• Learning and development opportunities
• GP online service for you and your children
• Colleague discounts and Wellbeing support
• Recognition schemes and refer-a-friend bonus

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds to join our HC-One family. We aim for a quick and smooth onboarding process from offer to start date.