Care Assistant

HC One; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

HC-One is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to join their team in Dunstable. In this role, you will provide essential support to residents, ensuring their dignity and well-being. The position offers a compassionate environment and numerous benefits, including a competitive salary and comprehensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Competitive hourly rate based on experience

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meals during shifts of eight hours or more

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Group life assurance

Wagestream for flexible pay

Learning and development opportunities

GP online service for 24/7 consultations

Support from experienced colleagues

Colleague discounts at over 1600 outlets

Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition schemes like Kindness in Care

Referral bonus scheme up to £1000

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and committed to providing high-quality care.
• Ability to assist with personal care activities.
• Experience in dealing with emotional and physical needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care activities such as washing, hygiene, and dressing.
• Provide emotional support and assistance to residents.
• Recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect.

Skills

Kindness

Compassion

Reliability

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 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 back to those people.

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and committed Care Assistant to join our team. Whether providing long-term, short-term, convalescence, respite, or palliative care, our focus is on delivering 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, emotional, and social well-being of our residents. This includes assisting with personal care activities such as washing, hygiene, dressing, and helping with meals.

Delivering care that truly comes from the heart, ensuring residents retain their dignity and individuality. You may help residents with limited mobility, offer emotional support to distressed individuals, or provide end-of-life care, always prioritizing their well-being.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. It is important to recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect and know the proper procedures to follow. All colleagues will attend safeguarding training relevant to their roles and can seek advice or escalate concerns as needed.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word; it's a core belief. Caring for people means caring about what matters most to them, supporting them to lead their best lives.

We uphold five qualities, known as Kindness the HC-One Way: We are curious, asking questions and seeking understanding; compassionate, walking in others' shoes; creative and practical; courageous in supporting residents; and reliable.

We promote inclusivity and value diversity, which helps us serve our communities better. Our team is dedicated to delivering outstanding care and supporting professional growth through career pathways, CPD, and postgraduate programs. HC-One invests in its staff, offering opportunities for advancement into regional and national roles.

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

• Work-life balance
• Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Free uniform
• Nutritious meals during shifts of eight hours or more
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Group life assurance
• Wagestream for flexible pay
• Learning and development opportunities
• GP online service for 24/7 consultations
• Support from experienced colleagues
• Colleague discounts at over 1600 outlets
• Employee Assistance Programme for physical, mental, and financial support
• Recognition schemes like Kindness in Care and Long Service Awards
• Referral bonus scheme up to £1000

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to a smooth onboarding process, providing full support from offer to start date.