Care Assistant

Overview

Care Assistant role at HC-One across our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. You will support the physical, emotional and social wellbeing of residents under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. This includes personal care such as washing, dressing, hygiene and meals, as well as helping with daily activities in the home. You will deliver care with the aim of maintaining each resident’s individuality and quality of life, including compassionate support for those with limited mobility or who are distressed, and end-of-life care when required.

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility; you will recognise signs of abuse, harm or neglect and know how to respond. All colleagues attend safeguarding training appropriate to their role and undertake related training as needed.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is at the heart of what we do. We emphasise five key qualities—curious, compassionate, creative, courageous and dependable—which guide our care and interactions with residents and colleagues.

• Support residents with personal care (washing, dressing, hygiene) and meals.
• Assist with daily activities in the home and with mobility as required.
• Provide care that recognises each resident’s individuality and supports their wellbeing.
• Offer comfort to distressed residents and provide compassionate support, including end-of-life care when needed.
• Participate in safeguarding training and apply safeguarding principles in daily practice; recognise signs of abuse, harm or neglect and report concerns.
• Engage with digital care planning and be open to learning new technologies; support improved care outcomes and efficiency.
• Develop professionally with clear career pathways and ongoing development opportunities provided by HC-One.
• Follow the organisation’s policies and procedures and liaise with the NHS/healthcare professionals as required.

Not Specified

• Great work life balance
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Free uniform
• Nutritious meals during shifts of eight hours or more
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Group life assurance
• Wagestream for flexible access to pay
• Learning and development opportunities including qualifications
• GP online service for you and dependents under 16
• Colleague discounts and wellbeing support

Please note
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We are able to consider applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not offered, and applications from those on time-limited visas cannot be progressed.