Senior Care Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading care provider in Whitley Bay is seeking a Senior Carer to lead a team and ensure top-quality care for residents. Responsibilities include planning and implementing care, maintaining standards, and fostering communication with families. Ideally, candidates should have a Diploma Level 3 in Health & Social Care and a background in person-centred care. The role emphasizes qualities like kindness and inclusivity, with a commitment to staff development.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meals during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Colleague discounts

Recognition schemes

Qualifications

• Experience at Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
• Completed Level 2 Diploma/SNVQ in Adult Care.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement care for residents' security and dignity.
• Lead a team of Care Assistants to maintain care standards.
• Engage in safeguarding practices and complete relevant training.

Skills

Person-centred care planning

Dementia care knowledge

Compassionate communication

Education

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

Job description

As a Senior Carer 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. Our residents are people with their own stories, and joining HC-One is an opportunity to give something back.

Job responsibilities

Plan and implement the kind of care that gives residents security, dignity and independence. Lead a team of Care Assistants and maintain the highest standards of care, acting as a positive influence on the team. Provide care in line with residents’ needs, including helping with walking frames, life-end-of-life support, and communicating with residents’ families. Assist the Registered Nurse and Care Manager by delivering physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities, and administering medication. Maintain accurate records and build strong relationships with the team. Contribute to personalised care plans and ensure documentation reflects care delivered. Ideally, have completed a Level 2 Diploma/SNVQ in Adult Care and work towards Level 3 or equivalent, with a background in person-centred care planning and dementia care knowledge. Demonstrate positive energy, effective time management, and compassionate communication at all times.

You will also engage in safeguarding practices and ensure relevant training is completed.

About HC-One

HC-One’s purpose is to support residents to lead their best lives. As the Kind Care Company, HC-One aims to provide kindest support and care to residents, and to be the first-choice care provider for families, colleagues and commissioners in the communities we serve.

We promote five core qualities: Kindness the HC-One Way: curious, compassionate, creative/practical, courageous, and reliable. We champion inclusivity and a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility; all colleagues attend safeguarding training relevant to their role and escalate concerns as needed.

Benefits and training

We provide full training and a wide range of benefits to support your wellbeing and development, including:

• 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
• Wagestream financial wellbeing and flexible pay access
• Award-winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications
• GP Online for around-the-clock GP consultations (for you and your children under 16)
• Colleague discounts with 1600+ high street partners
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Recognition schemes such as Kindness in Care and Long Service Awards
• Refer-a-friend scheme up to £1000 per referral (role dependent)

We are committed to an inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. We aim for a quick turnaround from offer to start.

Person Specification

Qualifications

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

Experience

• Experience at Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent

Additional Criteria

• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance where applicable

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required through the Disclosure and Barring Service to verify any previous convictions.