Senior Care Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading care provider in Sunderland is seeking a Senior Care Assistant. The role involves planning personalized care, leading a team, and maintaining high standards of care. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Social Care, experience with dementia, and a strong commitment to kindness in their work. This position offers various benefits, including a pension scheme, training opportunities, and support for your well-being.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meals during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Group life assurance cover

Wagestream for financial wellbeing

Award-winning learning and development

GP online consultations

Colleague discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition schemes and referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Completed Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Social Care.
• Prepared to work towards Level 3 qualification.
• Background in person centred care planning.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement personalized care plans.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants to maintain care standards.
• Assist with social and recreational activities.

Skills

Person-Centred Care Planning

Communication Skills

Record Keeping

Understanding of Dementia

Team Leadership

Education

Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Social Care

Prepared to work towards Level 3 qualification

Job description

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

For you, that will mean planning and implementing the kind of care that will give our residents a real sense of security, dignity and independence. You will get to know our residents and their families – helping to ensure we deliver truly personalised care plans. Leading a team of Care Assistants, you will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of care and you'll be a real influence on the rest of the team. Whether you are showing someone how to use a walking frame, helping someone at the end of their life to eat a meal or talking to a resident's family on the phone, you'll do so with a sense of kindness, above anything else. Assisting the Registered Nurse and Care Manager, you will be involved in providing essential physical and mental stimulation through a range of social and recreational activities, as well as administering medication.

One of your key responsibilities as Senior Care Assistant is to maintain accurate records of the job you do and build strong relationships with the rest of your team.

Ideally, you'll have completed a Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Social Care and are prepared to work towards Level 3 qualification in Adult Social Care or equivalent, a background in person centred care planning and knowledge of caring for people with dementia. What's essential, though, is your brilliant positive energy and natural ability to get along with people. You'll know what good record keeping looks like and be able to manage your time effectively. And, whenever you communicate with a resident or co-worker, you'll be truly considerate and kind.

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.

Our Core Values – Kindness the HC-One Way

To provide the kindest possible care, everyone in the HC-One team demonstrates five qualities daily: curious – ask questions, look for clues and seek to understand; compassionate – walk in the shoes of others; creative yet practical – use imagination to make things happen; courageous – support residents to live the life they want; and reliable – be counted on.

We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and can be themselves. Our diverse and inclusive workforce allows us to learn from each other and better represent the communities we serve.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility in adult social care. You must recognise signs of abuse, harm or neglect in its various forms and know what to do if concerns arise. All colleagues attend safeguarding training suitable to their role and undertake additional training in related areas. You also have the ability to seek appropriate advice and report concerns, including escalation if necessary.

Benefits

We'll provide full training, so it's a great opportunity to learn something new. In return, you will enjoy access to a huge variety of benefits and services to support your physical and psychological well-being and throughout your career as a Senior Care Assistant. We offer:

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• 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 cover
• Wagestream – financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as you need it
• Award‑winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications
• GP online – a service providing around‑the‑clock GP consultation via an interactive app (available to you and dependents under 16)
• Opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team
• Colleague discounts – access to over 1,600 high‑street discounts, including carefully selected partners
• Wellbeing – free, independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme providing 24/7 365 support for a wide range of issues
• Excellent recognition schemes such as 'Kindness in Care' and Long Service Awards
• Attractive referral scheme of up to £1,000 per referral, depending on the role

Inclusive Culture

We are passionate about ensuring our current and future colleagues can be their true selves and that our workforce represents the communities we serve. We prioritise inclusive working practices and invite applicants from all backgrounds to join our HC-One family. We are committed to providing the quickest possible turnaround from job offer to day‑one start.