Care Assistant

HC-One Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Newcastle upon Tyne seeks an enthusiastic Care Assistant to support the physical, emotional, and social wellbeing of residents. Responsibilities include providing personal care and recognizing safeguarding concerns. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK and be comfortable with technology. This role offers a great work-life balance and various benefits including paid training and colleague discounts.

Benefits

Great work-life balance

Paid enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meals during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Colleague discounts

Wellbeing support

Refer a friend scheme up to £1000

Qualifications

• Must have the full right to work in the UK.
• Comfort with technology or willingness to learn.
• Commitment to personal and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support residents' physical, emotional and social wellbeing.
• Provide personal care and assistance with daily activities.
• Recognise safeguarding concerns and participate in training.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Adaptability

Job description

Overview

About The Role

At HC-One, kindness is at the heart of everything we do across our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. Our residents are people with their own stories to tell, and by joining us you’ll have the chance to give something back while helping them live with dignity and purpose. We’re looking for an enthusiastic and committed Care Assistant to join our team. Working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, you’ll support the physical, emotional and social wellbeing of our residents. This includes personal care such as washing, dressing, hygiene and meals, as well as helping with daily activities in the home. You’ll deliver care that comes from the heart — making sure residents never lose their individuality. Whether you’re supporting someone with limited mobility, offering comfort to a resident who is distressed, or providing compassionate end-of-life care, you’ll always put their wellbeing first. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and therefore it is important that you are able to recognise the signs which may indicate possible abuse, harm or neglect in its different forms and know what to do if there are any concerns. All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding training appropriate to their role and to undertake additional training in associated areas. You also have the ability to seek appropriate advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken.

Responsibilities

• Support the physical, emotional and social wellbeing of residents under the guidance of a Registered Nurse.
• Provide personal care including washing, dressing, hygiene and meals, and help with daily activities in the home.
• Deliver care that respects each resident’s individuality and dignity.
• Support residents with limited mobility, offer comfort to those who are distressed, and provide compassionate end-of-life care.
• Recognise safeguarding concerns and participate in safeguarding training as required; seek advice and report concerns as appropriate.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word—it’s a way of life. We believe that caring for people means caring about what matters most to them, so we can support them to live their best possible lives. To provide the kindest possible care, everyone at HC-One brings five key qualities—Kindness the HC-One Way: We are curious, compassionate, creative, courageous, and dependable. We champion inclusivity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are enhancing the way we support residents through digital care planning, and you’ll be supported as you learn new technology.

Requirements

• We are only able to consider applications from individuals who already have the full right to work in the UK. We cannot offer sponsorship or accept applications from those on a time-limited visa.
• Comfort with technology or willingness to learn as HC-One expands its digital care planning capabilities.
• Commitment to personal and professional development with opportunities for progression.

Rewards & Benefits

• Great work life balance
• An hourly rate is subject to 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 inclusive of bank holidays
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing and flexible pay
• Award-winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications
• GP online access to 24/7 GP consultation via an app (for you and your children under 16)
• Opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding team
• Colleague discounts – over 1600 high street discounts
• Wellbeing support via independent Employee Assistance Programme
• Recognition schemes such as ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards
• Refer a friend scheme up to £1000 per referral