Senior Care Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is looking for a Senior Care Assistant to deliver personalized care in a compassionate environment. You will lead a team, assist with daily living tasks, and engage with residents and their families. Ideal candidates will have experience in dementia care and person-centered care planning, alongside a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care. Benefits include competitive pay, training, and a supportive team culture.

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 financial flexibility

Support for qualifications and career growth

GP online service

Colleague discounts

Recognition schemes and bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and delivering personalized care.
• Ability to build relationships with residents and families.
• Experience recognizing 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 standards.
• Assist with mobility and end-of-life care.

Skills

Person-centered care planning

Dementia care

Good communication

Time management

Kindness

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care or equivalent

Job description

As a Senior Care Assistant at HC One, kindness will be at the core of everything you do. It influences all aspects 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 gives you a chance to give back to them.

Your responsibilities include planning and delivering care that promotes residents' security, dignity, and independence. You will build relationships with residents and their families to develop personalized care plans. Leading a team of Care Assistants, you will uphold high standards of care and positively influence your team. Tasks may include assisting with mobility, end-of-life care, and communicating with families, all carried out with kindness.

You will support the Registered Nurse and Care Manager by providing social and recreational activities, administering medication, and maintaining accurate records. Ideally, you should have completed a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care or equivalent, with experience in person-centered care planning and dementia care. The key qualities we seek are positive energy, good communication, time management, and kindness.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word; it’s a core value. We believe caring for people means caring about what matters most to them, supporting them to lead their best lives.

Our team embodies five key qualities: curiosity, compassion, creativity, courage, and dependability, which we call "Kindness the HC-One Way." We promote inclusivity and diversity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and can be themselves.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. You should be able to recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect and know how to respond. All staff must attend safeguarding training and can seek advice or escalate concerns as needed.

We offer comprehensive training and a range of benefits to support your well-being and career development, including:

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications
• Free uniform
• Nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days’ annual leave including bank holidays
• Group life assurance
• Wagestream for financial flexibility
• Support for qualifications and career growth
• GP online service for you and your children
• Colleague discounts and wellbeing support
• Recognition schemes and refer-a-friend bonuses