Senior Care Lead: Dignity, Growth & Team Impact

The Methodist Church in Britain; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave including bankhol

Company pension scheme

Free uniform

Nutritious meal on shifts of eight + 8

Wagestream flexible access to pay

Learning and development and support

Free independent Employee Assistance

GP online service for dependants under

Job summary

HC-One is recruiting a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team of care assistants across dementia, nursing, residential and specialist settings. You will plan and deliver personalised care, safeguarding residents' dignity and independence while closely involving families.

The role supports the registered nurse and care manager with medication and activities, requires NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care (or working towards it), and reflects a commitment to compassionate, person-centred care.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or working towards it
• Senior care experience
• Enhanced DBS or PVG check
• Knowledge of dementia care preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver personalised care that gives residents security, dignity and independence
• Lead a team of care assistants and maintain high standards of care
• Get to know residents and their families to shape personalised care plans
• Support residents with daily tasks, including mobility, mealtimes and end-of-life care
• Administer medication
• Provide physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities
• Maintain accurate records of work carried out
• Build strong working relationships with the team
• Communicate with residents, families and colleagues, including by phone, with kindness and consideration

Skills

Senior care experience

Record keeping

Time management

Empathy and kindness

Communication with residents and their

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

HC-One is recruiting a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team of care assistants across dementia, nursing, residential and specialist settings. You will plan and deliver personalised care, safeguarding residents' dignity and independence while closely involving families.

The role supports the registered nurse and care manager with medication and activities, requires NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care (or working towards it), and reflects a commitment to compassionate, person-centred care.