A full-time senior post leading a team of care assistants across HC-One's dementia, nursing, residential and specialist care homes. The work centres on planning personalised care for residents, giving hands‑on support with daily living and medication, and running social and recreational activities, alongside keeping accurate records. Full training is provided, and candidates should hold or be working towards a Level 3 qualification in health and social care. Fit rests largely on a warm, considerate manner and good time management.
What the job involves
- Plan and deliver personalised care that supports residents' security, dignity and independence
- Lead a team of care assistants and maintain high standards of care
- Give hands‑on support with daily tasks such as mobility and eating, including for residents at the end of life
- Assist the registered nurse and care manager
- Administer medication
- Provide physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities
- Build relationships with residents and their families
- Keep accurate care records
- Communicate with residents, families and colleagues, including by phone
- Build strong working relationships with the wider team
What’s required
Qualifications
- NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or working towards it
Experience
- Senior experience
Skills & knowledge
- Good record keeping
- Effective time management
- Positive, considerate manner with residents and colleagues
- Recognise signs of abuse, harm or neglect and report concerns, including escalating if needed
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS or PVG check
Nice to have
- Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Social Care
- Background in person-centred care planning
- Knowledge of caring for people with dementia
What’s offered
- Company pension scheme and group life assurance
- 28 days' annual leave including bank holidays
- Free uniform
- Nutritious meal on shifts of eight hours or more
- Wagestream flexible access to pay
- Learning and development and support towards qualifications
- GP online service for employee and dependants under 16
- Free confidential Employee Assistance Programme and colleague discounts
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
