Care Assistant

HC-One Ltd; North Waterhouse Farm; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant in North Waterhouse Farm. The role involves providing personal care to residents, supporting their dignity and emotional well-being, and ensuring high-quality standards of care. Candidates should be flexible and committed to safeguarding practices. Join to be part of a caring team with excellent training and benefits.

Benefits

Great work-life balance

Competitive hourly rate

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Learning and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Ability to assist with personal care activities.
• Understanding of safeguarding procedures.
• Experience in a care environment is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal hygiene and meals.
• Provide emotional and physical support to residents.
• Recognize and report signs of abuse or neglect.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Flexibility

Emotional support

Job description

About The Role

Note:

We are looking for candidates who can be flexible to work both days and nights.

As a Care Assistant at HC-One, you'll value kindness above all. It influences every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist care homes. Every team member understands that our residents are individuals with their own stories.

Joining HC-One offers a wonderful opportunity to give back to these individuals.

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and committed Care Assistant to join our team. Whether providing long-term, short-term, convalescence, respite, or palliative care, our focus remains on delivering the highest quality service at all times.

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

We aim to deliver care that comes from the heart, ensuring residents maintain their dignity and individuality. Your involvement may include helping residents with limited mobility, offering emotional support, or providing 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 staff are required to attend safeguarding training and undertake additional relevant training, seeking advice and escalating 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 embody five qualities known as the HC-One Way: Curiosity, Compassion, Creativity, Courage, and Support. We promote inclusivity and value diversity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and authentic.

Our dedicated colleagues strive to deliver outstanding care and support their professional and personal growth through career pathways, CPD, and postgraduate programs. We invest in our staff with opportunities for advancement into regional and national roles.

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

• Great 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 financial wellbeing
• Learning and development opportunities
• GP online service
• Colleague discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Recognition schemes
• Refer a friend scheme up to £1000

We prioritize inclusive practices and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We aim for a quick onboarding process with full support from day one.