Senior Care Assistant

HC-One Ltd.; Wigan; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading care provider as a Senior Care Assistant, where kindness drives every action. You will enhance residents' lives through personalized care plans and lead a team to deliver the highest standard of service. The role offers development opportunities in a supportive environment, focusing on employee well-being and fostering an inclusive culture.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Competitive hourly rate

Free uniform

Nutritious meal during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Group life assurance

Wagestream for flexible pay access

Learning and development opportunities

GP online service for children

Colleague discounts at retailers

Confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition schemes and awards

Qualifications

• Experience in person-centered care planning and dementia care is required.
• Positive energy and effective time management are essential.
• Ability to recognize and respond to signs of abuse or neglect.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement care that promotes residents' security and dignity.
• Lead a team and uphold high standards of care.
• Maintain accurate records and build strong team relationships.

Skills

Person-centered care

Communication

Time management

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care

Working 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. Every 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 implementing care that promotes residents' security, dignity, and independence. You will get to know residents and their families to deliver personalized care plans.

Leading a team of Care Assistants, you will uphold high standards of care and influence your team positively. Your duties may involve assisting with mobility, end-of-life care, communication with families, and providing physical and mental stimulation through social activities, alongside medication administration.

Maintaining accurate records and building strong team relationships are key aspects of your role.

Ideally, you will have completed a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care and be working towards Level 3 or equivalent, with experience in person-centered care planning and dementia care. Your positive energy, ability to manage time effectively, and considerate communication are essential.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word; it is our belief that caring for people means caring about what matters most to them, supporting them to lead their best lives.

Our team embodies five qualities we call "Kindness the HC-One Way": curiosity, compassion, creativity, courage, and reliability. We promote inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and authentic, reflecting the diverse communities we serve.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. You should be able to recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect and know how to respond. All staff are required to attend safeguarding training and undertake additional relevant training. You should be able to seek advice and escalate concerns appropriately.

We offer full training and a 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 qualifications
• GP online service for you and your children under 16
• Colleague discounts at over 1600 retailers
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme for physical, mental, and financial support
• Recognition schemes like 'Kindness in Care' and Long Service Awards
• Refer a friend scheme up to £1000 per referral

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds to join our HC-One family. We aim for a quick onboarding process from offer to start date.