HC-One
Senior Care Assistant
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Senior Care Assistant
Senior Care Assistant
About the Role
As a Senior Care Assistant at HC One, kindness is the foundation of your work. It shapes our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes, where every resident is valued as an individual with their own stories and needs.
What You’ll Do
- Plan and implement care-focused activities that foster security, dignity, and independence.
- Develop personalised care plans, working closely with residents and families.
- Lead a team of Care Assistants, ensuring excellence in care standards and supporting professional development.
- Assist the Registered Nurse and Care Manager in providing both physical and mental stimulation—whether through activities, medication administration, or end-of-life support.
- Maintain accurate records of care delivery and build collaborative relationships with colleagues.
Ideally, you’ll have:
- A Level 2 Diploma/SVNQ in Adult Social Care (or interest in progressing to Level 3).
- Experience in person-centred care planning, especially for those with dementia.
- A natural ability to build rapport—your warmth and energy matter most.
- Strong record-keeping skills and time management.
At the heart of this role is communication, kindness, and proactive problem-solving for residents, families, and colleagues.
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Kindness – The HC-One Way
Our values are embodied in these five pillars:
- Curious and compassionate – Ask questions, seek understanding.
- Creative yet practical – Innovate with purpose.
- Courageous – Empower residents to live how they choose.
- Trustworthy – Dependable, reliable teamwork.
- Inclusive – Ensure everyone feels seen and valued.
Safeguarding Commitment
- Essential for all roles: Recognise, report, and intervene when concerns arise about harm or abuse.
- mandatory training is provided for compliance and ongoing competence.
Benefits
Your dedication will be rewarded with investment in your growth—both professionally and personally—including:
- Training: Full professional development support, with opportunities to achieve your Level 3 qualification in Adult Social Care growth.
- Compensation & Perks:
- Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG clearance.
- HOURLY RATE TBC (varies by experience/qualifications).
- Complimentary uniforms and nutritious meals for shift hours ≥8.
- Wellbeing Support:
- Company pension scheme + Group life assurance.
- 28 days’ annual leave (bank holidays inclusive).
- 24/7 GP access (via GP online app) for you and dependent children under 16.
- Educational & Financial Advantages:
- Award-winning learning and development programmes.
- WageStream: Financial flexibility with flexible pay access.
- Employee Assistance Programme (confidential mental/physical/financial help).
- Colleague Incentives:
- Over £1600 worth of discounts for high-street brands.
- Refer-a-friend scheme: £1000 per eligible referral.
- Kindness in Care & Long-Service Awards to recognise outstanding efforts.
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HC One celebrates diversity and equity, ensuring all applicants—regardless of background—receive support and an inclusive work environment. You’ll receive an efficient offer-to-start process, prioritising rapid onboarding.
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About HC-One Our mission: To prioritise the values and joys that matter most to each care home’s residents. By fostering compassionate work cultures, we’re crafting care experiences rooted in humanity—not just service. From counselling to community representation—we embody what it means to care with intention.
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