Senior Care Assistant

HC-One Ltd.; Twll Llwynog; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A compassionate care organization in Wales is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to deliver person-centered care and lead a team of Care Assistants. This role involves building relationships with residents, planning care to promote dignity and independence, and assisting with physical and mental stimulation activities. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care and experience in dementia care. A variety of benefits and training opportunities are provided.

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 flexible pay access

Learning and development support

GP online service

Colleague discounts

Recognition schemes

Refer a Friend scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in person-centered care planning and dementia care.
• Strong record-keeping abilities.
• Positive energy and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver care to promote residents' security and dignity.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants and uphold high standards.
• Assist in providing physical and mental stimulation through activities.

Skills

Person-centered care planning

Dementia care

Effective communication

Time management

Record keeping

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care

Willingness to work towards Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

About The Role

As a Senior Care Assistant at HC One, kindness is at the core of everything you do. It influences every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist care homes. Each team member understands that our residents are individuals with their own stories, and joining us offers a wonderful opportunity to give back to them.

Your responsibilities will include planning and delivering care that promotes residents' security, dignity, and independence. You will build relationships with residents and their families to ensure personalized care plans.

Leading a team of Care Assistants, you will uphold high standards of care and influence your team positively. Whether demonstrating how to use a walking frame, assisting at end-of-life, or communicating with families, you will do so with kindness.

You will assist the Registered Nurse and Care Manager in providing physical and mental stimulation through activities, administering medication, and maintaining accurate records.

Ideal candidates will have completed a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care and be willing to work towards Level 3 or equivalent, with experience in person-centered care planning and dementia care. The key qualities include positive energy, good record-keeping, effective time management, and kindness in communication.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word; it is a core belief. We support our residents to lead their best lives by caring about what matters most to them.

Our team embodies five qualities: curiosity, compassion, creativity, courage, and reliability. We promote inclusivity and value diversity, which enriches our workplace and helps us serve our community better.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. You should be able to recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect, and know how to respond appropriately. All staff will receive safeguarding training relevant to their role.

We offer comprehensive training and a wide 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 flexible pay access
• Learning and development opportunities with qualification support
• GP online service for you and your children
• Colleague discounts and wellbeing support through Employee Assistance Programme
• Recognition schemes such as ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards
• Refer a Friend scheme offering up to £1000 per successful referral

We are committed to a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to inclusive practices. We aim for a swift onboarding process from offer to start date.