Care Assistant

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

As a Care Assistant working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, you will 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 will deliver care that comes from the heart—ensuring residents never lose their individuality. Whether you’re supporting someone with limited mobility, offering comfort to a distressed resident, or providing compassionate end‑of‑life care, you’ll always put their wellbeing first.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. You must recognise signs of possible abuse, harm or neglect, know what to do if concerns arise, attend safeguarding training appropriate to your role and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken.

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 support them to live their best possible lives. To provide the kindest possible care, we nurture 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.
• We are dependable—people can always count on us.

Digital Care

We are enhancing the way we support residents through digital care planning. This technology streamlines care, improves outcomes, and makes daily tasks more efficient. We look for team members who are comfortable with technology or open to learning; you’ll receive support every step of the way.

Development

We care about our colleagues and are committed to supporting your personal and professional development. From the moment you receive a job offer, we aim for the quickest possible turnaround to get you started, providing clear career pathways, continuous professional development and postgraduate programmes that open opportunities at regional and national levels.

Rights to Work

Please note: we can only consider applicants 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. Applications that do not meet this criteria will not be progressed.

Rewards & Benefits

• Great work‑life balance
• An hourly rate is subject to experience and qualifications
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Free uniform
• A nutritious meal will be available during a shift 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 access to pay as you need it
• Award‑winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications
• GP online – a service providing around‑the‑clock GP consultation via an interactive app, available to you and your dependents under 16
• An opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team
• Colleague discounts – access to over 1600 high‑street discounts including carefully selected discount partners
• Wellbeing – free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme, giving colleagues and families 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues
• Excellent recognition schemes such as ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards
• An attractive refer‑a‑friend scheme of up to £1000 per referral, depending on the role