Senior Care Assistant

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

Job summary

A health care provider in the UK is looking for a compassionate Senior Care Assistant to provide personalised care for residents. The role includes planning, implementing care plans, leading a team, and ensuring high standards are met. Successful candidates will have the ability to build strong relationships and will preferably hold a Level 2 diploma in Adult Social Care and be prepared to pursue further qualifications. Benefits include paid DBS checks, free uniforms, and substantial leave.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Group life assurance cover

Wagestream – financial wellbeing

Award-winning development support

GP online service for dependents

Colleague discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition schemes

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Complete a Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Social Care.
• Prepare to work towards Level 3 qualification in Adult Social Care.
• Understand caring for people with dementia.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement care for residents.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants.
• Administer medication and maintain records.

Skills

Senior Care Experience

Person-centred Care Planning

Knowledge of Dementia Care

Education

Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Social Care

Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Main duties of the job

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 will 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 will do so with a sense of kindness, above everything 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.

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, as we strive to be the first‑choice care provider for Families, our Colleagues and Commissioners in each of the communities that we serve

Job responsibilities

Night shift working a 3 on 3 off rotation. As a Senior Care Assistant at HC-One, kindness will be at the core of everything you do. You will plan and implement the kind of care that gives our residents a real sense of security, dignity and independence, get to know our residents and their families, lead a team of Care Assistants, maintain the highest standards of care, assist the Registered Nurse and Care Manager, provide essential physical and mental stimulation, administer medication, keep accurate records and build strong relationships with your team. You should have completed a Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Social Care and be prepared to work towards Level 3 qualification in Adult Social Care or equivalent, have a background in person‑centred care planning and knowledge of caring for people with dementia, and bring positive energy and a natural ability to get along with people.

Person Specification

• Senior Care Experience
• Level 3 in Health and Social care

Qualifications

• Senior Care Experience
• Level 3 in Health and Social care

Experience

• Senior Care Experience
• Level 3 in Health and Social care

Additional Criteria

• Senior Care Experience
• Level 3 in Health and Social care

Benefits

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Hourly rate is subject to experience and qualifications
• Free uniform
• During a shift of eight hours or more a nutritious meal will be available
• 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 your dependents under 16
• An opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team
• Colleague discounts – access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners
• Wellbeing – free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme providing 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues
• Excellent recognition schemes such as Kindness in Care and Long Service Awards
• An attractive refer a friend scheme of up to £1000 per referral, depending on the role

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility in adult social care and therefore it is important that you are able to recognise the signs which may indicate possible abuse, harm or neglect in its different forms and know what to do if there are any concerns. All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding training appropriate to their role and to undertake additional training in associated areas. You also have the ability to seek appropriate advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.