Care Assistant - Hillside

Hoople Group; Hereford; On-site; GBP 16,531 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pension

26 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Healthcare cash plan & life assurance

Enhanced maternity, paternity & sick/£

Health & wellbeing support

£500 employee referral bonus

Ongoing training & career progression

Job summary

Hoople Group's Hillside Residential Care in Redhill, South Hereford, is hiring a Care Assistant. The role supports residents with daily living, promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing in a welcoming residential setting focused on reablement.

You will join a friendly team with full training provided and opportunities to progress. Flexible days or nights are available with enhanced rates for night hours.

Qualifications

• Care experience welcome or willingness to start a rewarding career in care
• Full training provided
• Willing to complete Level 2/3 Care qualifications

Responsibilities

• Support residents with personal care and daily living tasks
• Promote independence and wellbeing in a safe, homely environment
• Encourage social engagement and maintain community connections
• Assist with mobility and handling, and use of equipment safely
• Administer medication and maintain records where trained
• Follow care plans with colleagues and professionals to ensure high-quality care
• Night staff must remain awake to ensure resident safety and fire safety procedures

Job description

Care Assistant – Hillside

Location: Hillside Residential Care, Redhill, South Hereford

Full & Part-Time | Days or Nights | £12.76 - £17.01 per Hour | Permanent

Days - Early shift 7am - 3pm Late shift 2pm - 10pm £12.76 per hour Night shift 9:30pm-7:30am (night) £12.76 - £17.01 per hour Enhanced rate paid (11pm-6am) £17.01

At Hillside Residential Care, part of Hoople Care, we are proud to deliver high-quality, person-centred support that promotes independence, dignity, and wellbeing. As a Disability Confident Employer and Employer of the Year Award 2024 winner, we are proud to offer a supportive and inclusive environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of the people we care for. Join our friendly and dedicated team in a welcoming residential setting focused on reablement and helping residents live as independently as possible.

About The Role

As a Care Assistant, you will support residents with daily living tasks while promoting independence, emotional wellbeing, and social connection. You will work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure residents receive safe, respectful, and tailored care.

Key Responsibilities

• Support residents with personal care and daily living tasks


• Promote independence and wellbeing in a safe, homely environment


• Encourage social engagement and maintain community and family connections


• Assist with mobility, moving & handling, and use of equipment safely


• Administer medication and maintain accurate records (where trained)


• Work with colleagues and professionals to follow care plans and ensure high-quality care

Night staff must remain awake and ensure resident safety, including fire safety procedures.

About You

We welcome applicants with care experience or those eager to start a rewarding career in care — full training is provided.

You Will:

• Have experience in health/social care or a strong willingness to learn


• Demonstrate compassion, respect, and sensitivity to individual needs


• Support an enabling approach that promotes independence


• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team


• Communicate clearly and maintain confidentiality


• Be flexible to work shifts including evenings, weekends, and nights


• Be willing to complete relevant training and qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 Care)

What We Offer

• Competitive pension (6% employer / 4% employee)


• 26 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (rising with service)


• Healthcare cash plan & life assurance


• Enhanced maternity, paternity & sickness pay


• Health & wellbeing support services


• £500 employee referral bonus


• Ongoing training, development & career progression