Senior Care Lead - Dementia & Person-Centred Care

The Methodist Church in Britain; Caerphilly; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave including bank/hd

Company pension scheme

Free uniform

Nutritious meals on shifts

Group life assurance

Wagestream access to pay as needed

Learning and development support

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

HC-One in Wales is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to plan and deliver personalised care, maintain dignity, and support residents’ independence. You will lead a small team of care assistants and work closely with the Registered Nurse and Care Manager.

You should have a dementia care background, strong record keeping, and a loving approach. Additional qualifications like NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care are preferred, and you will participate in ongoing learning with DBS/PVG checks as part

Qualifications

• Positive energy and ability to get on with people
• Strong record keeping and documentation
• Good time management and organisation
• Kind, respectful communication with residents and colleagues
• Ability to recognise signs of abuse, harm or neglect and elevate concerns

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver personalised care that supports residents' security, dignity and independence
• Lead a team of care assistants and maintain high standards of care
• Administer medication alongside the Registered Nurse and Care Manager
• Support residents with daily tasks including mobility and mealtimes
• Provide social and recreational activities to stimulate residents' well-being
• Build relationships with residents and their families, including by phone
• Maintain accurate care records and report any concerns

Skills

Positive energy

Good record keeping

Effective time management

Kind communication

Abuse/neglect recognition

Education

Health & Social Care NVQ/ Diploma Level 2-3

Job description

HC-One in Wales is seeking a Senior Care Assistant to plan and deliver personalised care, maintain dignity, and support residents’ independence. You will lead a small team of care assistants and work closely with the Registered Nurse and Care Manager.

You should have a dementia care background, strong record keeping, and a loving approach. Additional qualifications like NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care are preferred, and you will participate in ongoing learning with DBS/PVG checks as part