Senior Care Assistant

HC-One Ltd; Stoke Bardolph; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a Senior Care Assistant in Stoke Bardolph. This full-time role involves providing personalised care, leading a team, and supporting residents with dignity. Ideal candidates will possess a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care and have experience in dementia care. The position offers a range of benefits, including training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meals during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Colleague discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Completed a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care (or NVQ) preferred.
• Knowledge of caring for people with dementia is essential.
• Ability to maintain effective communication with residents and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver personalised care that supports residents’ security.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants and maintain high standards.
• Administer medication and provide mental stimulation through activities.

Skills

Person-centred care planning

Team leadership

Record keeping

Communication

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care (or NVQ)

Willingness to work towards Level 3

Job description

Overview

About The Role

This is a full-time role working day shifts from 8am – 8pm, 38.5 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 be involved in Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes, delivering personalised care and supporting residents and their families.

You will plan and implement the kind of care that gives residents a real sense of security, dignity and independence. You will get to know residents and their families to help ensure we deliver truly personalised care plans. As a Senior Care Assistant, you will lead a team of Care Assistants, maintain the highest standards of care, and influence the team positively. You may assist with tasks such as showing someone how to use a walking frame, helping someone at the end of life, or communicating with a resident’s family, always with kindness. You will work with the Registered Nurse and Care Manager to provide physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities, and you may administer medication. You will also maintain accurate records of your work and build strong relationships with your team.

Ideally, you’ll have completed a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care (or NVQ) and be prepared to work towards Level 3, with a background in person-centred care planning and knowledge of caring for people with dementia. What’s essential is your positive energy and ability to get along with people. You’ll know what good record keeping looks like and be able to manage your time effectively, communicating with residents and co-workers with consideration and kindness.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver personalised care that supports residents’ security, dignity and independence.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants and maintain high standards of care.
• Keep accurate records and build strong team relationships.
• Assist Registered Nurse and Care Manager; provide physical and mental stimulation through activities; administer medication as required.
• Engage with residents and families to ensure compassionate, person-centred care.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care (or NVQ) preferred; willingness to work towards Level 3 or equivalent.
• Background in person-centred care planning; knowledge of dementia care.
• Brilliant positive energy and ability to get along with people; strong record-keeping and time-management skills.

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.

There are 5 qualities that the HC-One team shows up with every day: Kindness, Curiosity, Compassion, Creativity, Courage, and a commitment to inclusivity. We champion an inclusive workforce and diverse representation to reflect the communities we serve. Saf safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility; you will be required to attend safeguarding training and to undertake additional training as appropriate. You should be able to seek advice and report concerns, escalating if action is not taken.

We provide full training and a range of benefits and services to support your physical and psychological well-being. Our commitment includes opportunities to develop and qualifications supported by the company.

Benefits

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Hourly rate subject to experience and qualifications
• Free uniform
• A 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 – financial wellbeing and on-demand pay
• Award-winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications
• GP online – around-the-clock GP consultation via an app (for you and your under-16 children)
• Opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues
• Colleague discounts – access to over 1600 discounts
• Wellbeing – free Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family
• Recognition schemes such as ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards
• Refer-a-friend scheme of up to £1000 per referral (role-dependent)

We are committed to an inclusive workforce and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We aim to ensure a quick turnaround from offer to start date.