Senior Care Assistant

About the role

As a Senior Care Assistant at HC One, kindness will be at the core of everything you do. You will plan and implement personalised care plans that give residents a real sense of security, dignity and independence. You will know the residents and their families and help ensure we deliver truly personalised care.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Care Assistants and maintain the highest standards of care.
• Assist the Registered Nurse and Care Manager in providing essential physical and mental stimulation through a range of social and recreational activities.
• Administer medication and assist with end‑of‑life care.
• Maintain accurate records of all care activities.
• Build strong relationships with team members and communicate effectively with residents, families and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Completed a Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Social Care and willing to progress to 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, kindness and the ability to get along with people.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility in adult social care. You must recognise signs of abuse, harm or neglect, attend safeguarding training, seek advice, report concerns and, if necessary, elevate the matter.

Inclusive Workforce

We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and can be themselves. Diverse and inclusive workforce helps us better serve the communities we work in.

Benefits

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Hourly rate 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 cover
• Wagestream – financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay
• Award‑winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications
• GP online – a service providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app for you and your dependents under 16
• Opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues in a committed team
• Colleague discounts – access to over 1600 high‑street discounts, including carefully selected partners
• Well‑being – free access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme, with 24/7/365 support for a range of issues
• Excellent recognition schemes such as ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards
• Attractive refer‑a‑friend scheme of up to £1,000 per referral, depending on the role

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