Care Assistant (IDEAL)

HC-One Ltd; Sandbach; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Sandbach is looking for a committed Care Assistant. You will assist residents with personal care and provide compassionate support, ensuring their dignity and wellbeing. The ideal candidate is compassionate, dependable, and willing to use technology in care planning. The role offers various benefits, including a company pension scheme and opportunities for learning and development.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Life assurance cover

Online GP consultations

Colleague discounts

Wellbeing support

Quality working environment

Free onsite car parking

Qualifications

• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
• Willingness to participate in safeguarding training.
• Able to use technology and digital care planning.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care activities.
• Support general activities within the home.
• Provide compassionate end-of-life care.

Skills

Compassion

Dependability

Technology proficiency

Job description

Overview

About The Role

At HC-One, kindness is at the heart of everything we do. It shapes every aspect of our care, and everyone who works here understands that our residents are people just like them, each with their own stories to tell. We’re looking for an enthusiastic and committed Care Assistant to join the team at , where our focus is always on delivering the highest quality service. As a Care Assistant, you’ll take responsibility for the physical, emotional and social wellbeing of our residents. This includes assisting with personal care activities such as washing, dressing, personal hygiene and meals, as well as supporting general activities within the home. You’ll provide care that truly comes from the heart — ensuring residents never lose their dignity or individuality. Whether you’re helping someone with limited mobility to use an aid, offering comfort to a resident who is distressed, or providing compassionate end-of-life care, you’ll always put their wellbeing first.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care activities including washing, dressing, personal hygiene and meals
• Support general activities within the home to promote residents well‑being and quality of life
• Provide care that respects dignity and individuality
• Offer comfort and practical support to residents, including those with limited mobility
• Provide compassionate end‑of‑life care where needed
• Recognise safeguarding concerns and know how to act; attend safeguarding training and undertake related training as required

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 and nurtures five key qualities—what we call Kindness the HC-One Way:

• We are curious—asking questions, seeking to understand.
• We are compassionate—walking in the shoes of others.
• We are creative—finding practical ways to make things happen.
• We are courageous—supporting residents to live the life they choose.
• And we are dependable—people can always count on us.

We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves. Our diverse workforce helps us learn from one another and better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds into our HC-One family and prioritise inclusive working practices across everything we do.

We are also enhancing the way we support residents through digital care planning. This technology is helping us streamline care, improve outcomes, and make daily tasks more efficient. As we continue to grow our digital capabilities, we’re looking for team members who are comfortable with technology—or open to learning. You\'ll be supported every step of the way.

Requirements

• Applicants must already have the full right to work in the UK; we cannot offer sponsorship or accept time‑limited visa holders
• Willingness to participate in safeguarding training and related development
• Able to use technology and digital care planning; willing to learn as the role evolves

Rewards & Benefits

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Free uniform
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Life assurance cover for all colleagues
• Award-winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications
• GP online for round-the-clock GP consultations (including for children under 16)
• Opportunities to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding team
• Colleague discounts and access to over 1600 high street discounts
• Wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Programme (24/7, including family access)
• Quality working environment in a purpose-built luxury home
• Free onsite car parking and proximity to local transport
• Refer a friend scheme