Senior Care Assistant

NHS; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care company is looking for a Senior Care Assistant in Swadlincote. In this role, you will provide compassionate support to residents while leading a team of Care Assistants. The ideal candidate will have experience in personal care and a strong commitment to building relationships. This full-time position offers a salary of £13.50 to £14.10 per hour and various benefits including a pension scheme and paid annual leave.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meal during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

GP online consultation

Employee Assistance Programme

Colleague discounts

Recognition schemes

Qualifications

• Experience of caring for people with dementia is essential.
• Must have a caring attitude and a natural ability to connect with residents.
• Strong energy and positivity are required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement care for residents to ensure security and dignity.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants and maintain high standards.
• Assist Registered Nurse and Care Manager in delivering care.

Skills

Person-centred care

Strong record-keeping

Effective time management

Ability to get along with people

Education

S/NVQ or Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Job Summary

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 will have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to those people.

Main Duties

For you, that will mean planning and implementing care that gives our residents a real sense of security, dignity and independence. You will lead a team of Care Assistants, maintain the highest standards of care, and influence 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 will do so with a sense of kindness above anything else.

About us

At HC‑One, our purpose is to support those in our care to lead their best lives. As the Kind Care Company, it is our mission to provide the kindest support and care to Residents living in our care homes, and to be the first‑choice provider for Families, Colleagues and Commissioners in each community we serve.

Pay and Role Details

Post Date: 07 November 2025
Pay Scheme: Other
Salary: £13.50 to £14.10 an hour
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full‑time (38.5 hours per week on night shifts 8pm–8am, full flexibility required)

Job Locations

121 Darkland’s Road
Swadlincote
DE11 0PQ

Job Responsibilities

You will get to know our residents and their families, helping to ensure we deliver truly personalised care plans. Assisting the Registered Nurse and Care Manager, you will provide essential physical and mental stimulation through a range of social and recreational activities, and administer medication. Maintaining accurate records and building strong relationships with the team are key responsibilities. You are expected to have in mind the principles of person‑centred care and have experience of caring for people with dementia. Strong record‑keeping, effective time‑management, a positive energy and a natural ability to get along with people are essential.

About 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 lives. We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and can be themselves.

Kindness the HC‑One Way (5 Qualities)

Curious – ask questions, look for clues and seek to understand.
Compassionate – walk in the shoes of others.
Creative – yet practical, using imagination to make things happen.
Courageous – support residents to live the life they want.
Counted On – reliably supportive at all times.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility in adult social care. You must recognise signs of abuse, harm or neglect and know what to do if concerns arise. All colleagues attend safeguarding training appropriate to their role and can seek advice, report concerns and, if necessary, escalation.

Benefits and Support

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Hourly rate subject to experience and qualifications
• Free uniform
• Nutritious meal available 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 – around‑the‑clock GP consultation via an interactive app (for you and dependents under 16)
• Opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team
• Colleague discounts – access to over 1600 high‑street discounts from carefully selected partners
• Wellbeing – free independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme (24/7/365 support for physical, mental and financial issues)
• Excellent recognition schemes such as Kindness in Care and Long Service Awards
• Referral scheme – up to £1000 per referral, depending on the role

Person Specification

Qualifications – Essential

• S/NVQ or Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (desirable but not essential)

Qualifications – Desirable

• S/NVQ or Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (desirable but not essential)

Experience – Essential

• S/NVQ or Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (desirable but not essential)

Additional Criteria – Essential

• S/NVQ or Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (desirable but not essential)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer Details

HC-One
121 Darkland’s Road
Swadlincote
DE11 0PQ

Employer’s Website

https://apply.hc-one.co.uk/