Senior Care Assistant Senior Care Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team and deliver high standards of care. The ideal candidate will have experience in person-centred care planning and a background in dementia care. Responsibilities include planning personalised care, supporting residents, and maintaining accurate records. This position offers numerous benefits, including a company pension scheme, annual leave, and development support.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meal during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Colleague discounts

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in person-centred care planning.
• Knowledge of caring for people with dementia.
• Ability to build strong relationships with residents and team.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Care Assistants, ensuring high care standards.
• Plan and implement personalised care.
• Assist Registered Nurse and Care Manager with care delivery.
• Communicate kindly with residents and co-workers.
• Participate in safeguarding training relevant to the role.

Skills

Strong record-keeping skills

Effective time management

Positive energy

Considerate approach

Education

Level 2 Diploma/SNVQ in Adult Care

Willingness to work towards Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

As a Senior Care Assistant at HC One, kindness will be at the core of everything you do. It informs our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes, where residents are cared for with dignity, security and independence. You will know our residents and their families and contribute to delivering truly personalised care plans. You will lead a team of Care Assistants and help maintain the highest standards of care, influencing the team to provide compassionate, person‑centred support. You may assist with activities of daily living, support residents and families, and work with the Registered Nurse and Care Manager to deliver essential physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities, and may administer medication. You will maintain accurate records of your work and build strong relationships with the team. We are committed to inclusive practices and inviting applicants from all backgrounds to join the HC One family. We aim for a quick turnaround from offer to start date. Safeguarding training is required and is part of the role."

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Care Assistants and maintain the highest standards of care.
• Plan and implement personalised care for residents, ensuring dignity, security and independence.
• Know residents and their families to deliver truly personalised care plans.
• Assist Registered Nurse and Care Manager; provide physical and mental stimulation through activities; administer medication when required.
• Maintain accurate records and build strong working relationships with the team.
• Communicate with residents and co‑workers with kindness and consideration.
• Provide support in dementia and other care settings, including helping with daily living activities and end‑of‑life care where appropriate.
• Adhere to safeguarding policies and escalate concerns as needed; participate in safeguarding training relevant to the role.

Qualifications

• Ideally, Level 2 Diploma/SNVQ in Adult Care and willingness to work towards Level 3 or equivalent.
• Background in person‑centred care planning and knowledge of caring for people with dementia.
• Strong record‑keeping skills and effective time management.
• Positive energy, ability to get along with people, and a truly considerate and kind approach to residents and colleagues.

Benefits

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Hourly rate is subject to experience and qualifications
• Free uniform
• Nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Group life assurance
• Wagestream – flexible access to pay
• Award‑winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications
• GP online service for you and your children under 16
• Colleague discounts on high street offers
• Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme
• Recognition schemes such as 'Kindness in Care' and Long Service Awards
• Refer a friend scheme (up to £1000 per referral, depending on role)