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 Pontefract is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team and deliver high-quality, personalised care. You will plan, implement, and maintain care standards, ensuring residents feel secure and respected. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 Diploma in Adult Social Care and experience in person-centred care, particularly for those with dementia. The position offers competitive hourly pay and numerous benefits including training and employee assistance programs.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Financial wellbeing access via Wagestream

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Completed Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Social Care.
• Experience in person-centred care planning.
• Knowledge of dementia care.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Care Assistants to deliver high-quality care.
• Provide physical and mental stimulation through activities.
• Maintain accurate records of care provided.

Skills

Person-centred care planning

Communication skills

Time management

Compassion

Creativity

Education

Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Social Care

Willingness to work towards Level 3 qualification

Job description

Overview

As a Senior Care Assistant 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. Every single person who works here understands that our residents are people just like them with their own stories to tell. And, by joining us, you'll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to those people.

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.

Responsibilities

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'll do so with a sense of kindness, above anything 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.

One of your key responsibilities as Senior Care Assistant is to maintain accurate records of the job you do and build strong relationships with the rest of your team.

Qualifications

Ideally, you'll have completed a Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Social Care and are prepared to work towards a Level 3 qualification in Adult Social Care or equivalent. A background in person‑centred care planning and knowledge of caring for people with dementia is essential, as is a brilliant positive energy and natural ability to get along with people. You will know what good record‑keeping looks like and be able to manage your time effectively. Whenever you communicate with a resident or co‑worker, you'll be truly considerate and kind.

Values and Culture

At HC‑One, kindness is more than a word. It is a belief that caring for people means caring about what matters most to them so we can support them to lead their best possible life. To be able to provide the kindest possible care there are five qualities that everyone who is part of the HC‑One team shows up with, supports and coaches in each other every single day. We call these five qualities the HC‑One Way:

• Curious and asking questions, looking for clues and seeking to understand.
• Compassionate and trying to walk in the shoes of others.
• Creative yet practical, using imagination to make things happen.
• Courageous in how we support residents to live the life they want, and always available.
• Championing inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and can be themselves.

We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and can be themselves. Our diverse and inclusive workforce allows us to learn from each other and better represent the communities we serve.

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.

Salary & Location

£13.17 to £13.77 per hour
All Locations: Pontefract
Home/Department: Priory Gardens
All Departments: Carer
Job Family: Care
We'll provide full training, so it's a great opportunity to learn something new. In return, you will enjoy access to a huge variety of benefits and services to support your physical and psychological well‑being and throughout your career as a Senior Care Assistant we will invest in you.

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. This gives colleagues and their family access to 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.