Senior Care Team Lead - Dementia Care

HC-One; Wigston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Free uniform

Nutritious meal on shifts

Group life assurance

Wagestream access to pay

Learning and development and support

GP online service for you and depend a

Job summary

HC-One is recruiting a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team of care assistants across its dementia, nursing, residential and specialist care homes. The role centres on planning personalised care, supporting residents' daily needs, and administering medication with the Registered Nurse and Care Manager.

It is a full-time day role of 33 hours per week with a strong focus on dementia care. Level 2 is preferred, with willingness to work towards Level 3; strong people skills are essential.

Qualifications

• NVQ or Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care.
• Experience in dementia care is desirable or implied by role focus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement personalised care that supports residents' security, dignity and independence.
• Lead a team of care assistants and set the standard of care.
• Administer medication alongside the Registered Nurse and Care Manager
• Build relationships with residents and their families, including by phone.
• Provide stimulation through social and recreational activities.
• Support residents with walking and eating.
• Maintain accurate records of care provided.
• Collaborate with the wider team to deliver care plans.

Skills

People skills

Record keeping

Time management

Safeguarding awareness

Education

NVQ/ Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

HC-One is recruiting a Senior Care Assistant to lead a team of care assistants across its dementia, nursing, residential and specialist care homes. The role centres on planning personalised care, supporting residents' daily needs, and administering medication with the Registered Nurse and Care Manager.

It is a full-time day role of 33 hours per week with a strong focus on dementia care. Level 2 is preferred, with willingness to work towards Level 3; strong people skills are essential.