Care Assistant

HC-One; Arbroath; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking care home as a Care Assistant, where kindness is at the heart of everything we do. You'll have the chance to make a real difference in the lives of residents, providing both physical and emotional support. This role emphasizes the importance of dignity, individuality, and well-being, ensuring that every resident feels valued and cared for. With comprehensive training and a commitment to your professional growth, this is an exciting opportunity to develop your career in a nurturing environment. Be part of a team that truly believes in the power of kindness and compassion.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meal during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Group life assurance

Wagestream for flexible pay access

Learning and development opportunities

GP online services

Colleague discounts at over 1600 high street stores

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care activities and emotional support.
• Ability to recognize signs of abuse and escalate concerns.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care activities such as washing and dressing.
• Provide emotional support and engage residents in activities.

Skills

Kindness

Compassion

Communication Skills

Emotional Support

Personal Care Assistance

Education

Care Assistant Training

Job description

In your role as a Care Assistant at HC-One, you’ll value kindness above all. It touches upon every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. Every single person who works here understands that our residents are people just like them with their own stories to tell.

By joining HC-One, you’ll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to those people.

Right now, we’re looking for an enthusiastic and committed Care Assistant to join the team at our care home. Whether we're providing long or short-term, convalescence, respite or palliative care, our focus is on providing the highest quality service at all times.

As a Care Assistant, under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for the physical and emotional well-being and social needs of our residents. This includes assisting residents with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene, dressing, and helping with meals.

You will deliver care that truly comes from the heart, ensuring residents never lose their dignity or sense of individuality. Your involvement in activities within the care home will support this. Whether helping someone with limited mobility, offering emotional support to distressed residents, or providing end-of-life care, your priority will always be their well-being.

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. You should be able to recognize signs of possible abuse, harm, or neglect and know how to respond. All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding training relevant to their role and to undertake additional training as needed. You should also be able to seek advice and escalate concerns appropriately.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word. It is our core belief that caring for people means caring about what matters most to them, supporting them to lead their best lives.

We emphasize five key qualities called Kindness the HC-One Way: Curious, Compassionate, Creative, Courageous, and Counted on. We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and can be themselves, reflecting the diverse communities we serve.

Our dedicated colleagues strive to deliver outstanding care and support their professional and personal growth through career pathways, CPD, and postgraduate programs. HC-One is committed to investing in your development, offering opportunities to progress into regional and national roles.

We provide full training and a range of benefits to support your well-being, including:

• An hourly rate subject to experience and qualifications
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Free uniform
• A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Group life assurance
• Wagestream for flexible pay access
• Learning and development opportunities
• GP online services for you and your children under 16
• Colleague discounts at over 1600 high street stores
• Employee Assistance Programme for support with physical, mental, and financial issues
• Recognition schemes like ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards