Care Assistant

HC One; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to join their compassionate team. This role focuses on providing high-quality care in various settings, ensuring residents' physical and emotional well-being. You will assist with personal care activities and offer support to those in need, all while fostering a respectful and dignified environment. The organization values kindness and inclusivity, offering comprehensive training and numerous benefits to support your professional growth and well-being. If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Competitive hourly rate

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meals during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days' annual leave

Colleague discounts

Recognition schemes

Referral bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills to connect with residents.
• Ability to provide personal care and emotional support.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care activities like washing and dressing.
• Provide emotional support and ensure residents' dignity.

Skills

Empathy

Communication Skills

Personal Care Assistance

Safeguarding Awareness

Education

Care Certificate

Relevant Training in Care

Job description

Job Title: Care Assistant at HC-One

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.

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 and emotional well-being and social needs of our residents. Your duties include assisting residents with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene, dressing, and helping with meals.

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

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. You should be able to recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect and know the appropriate actions to take. 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 when necessary.

About HC-One

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

We uphold five key qualities, known as Kindness the HC-One Way:

• Curious: Asking questions, seeking to understand.
• Compassionate: Walking in others' shoes.
• Creative: Using imagination to make things happen.
• Courageous: Supporting residents to live the life they want.
• Counted on: Being reliable and dependable.

We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. Our diverse workforce helps us better serve the communities we care for.

Our dedicated colleagues strive to deliver outstanding care and support their professional and personal growth through career pathways, CPD, and postgraduate programs. HC-One invests in your development with opportunities for progression into regional and national roles.

We provide full training and a variety 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 access
• Learning and development opportunities
• GP online service for you and your children under 16
• Learning from experienced colleagues
• Colleague discounts at over 1600 high street stores
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Recognition schemes such as Kindness in Care and Long Service Awards
• Referral bonus scheme up to £1000 per successful referral

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to an inclusive working environment. We aim for a quick onboarding process with full support provided throughout your journey with us.