Care Assistant

Overview

Care Assistant at HC-One. Value kindness in Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care. You will support residents as unique individuals with their own stories, delivering compassionate care under the guidance of a Registered Nurse.

As part of the team, you may be involved in long-term, convalescence, respite or palliative care. Our focus is on providing the highest quality service at all times, while helping residents maintain dignity and independence.

• Assist residents with personal care activities (washing, personal hygiene, dressing) and with meals.
• Support physical, emotional, and social well-being; participate in general activities within the care home.
• Help residents with limited mobility to use aids and provide emotional support to those who are distressed or confused.
• Deliver care with the resident’s well-being as the top priority, including end-of-life care when appropriate.
• Adhere to safeguarding policies: recognise signs of abuse, harm or neglect and know how to report concerns; attend safeguarding training relevant to the role.
• Seek appropriate guidance and escalate concerns if necessary.

• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship or time-limited visa can be offered).
• Willingness to undertake safeguarding training and related development.
• Comfort with technology and openness to learning digital care planning as it is implemented.
• Commitment to personal and professional development; participate in clear career pathways and continuous professional development.

• Great work-life balance; competitive hourly rate dependent on experience and qualifications.
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG; free uniform; nutritious meals during shifts of eight hours or more.
• Company pension; 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays; group life assurance.
• Wagestream for financial wellbeing; access to learning and development and qualifications support.
• GP online service; 24/7 support for employees and dependents under 16.
• Access to discounts at high street partners; wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programme (24/7, confidential).
• Recognition schemes such as “Kindness in Care” and Long Service Awards; refer-a-friend scheme up to £1000 per referral (depending on role).