Care Assistant

OverviewCare Assistant role at HC-One in Sunderland, England. You’ll value kindness above all and support residents in Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. Our colleagues understand that residents are people with their own stories to tell.

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, take responsibility for the physical and emotional well-being and social needs of residents.

Assist residents with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene, dressing and meals.

Deliver care that comes from the heart, ensuring residents retain dignity and individuality while participating in general activities within the care home.

Support residents with limited mobility to use aids and adapt to their needs.

Provide emotional support to confused or distressed residents and to those at the end of life, keeping their well-being at the forefront.

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility: recognise signs of abuse, harm or neglect; attend safeguarding training and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken.

Work with the team to provide high-quality care, whether for long- or short-term, convalescence, respite or palliative care.

About HC-OneAt HC-One, kindness is a way of life. We believe caring means supporting what matters most to residents so they can live their best possible lives.

Five key qualities guide the HC-One approach—Kindness: we are curious, compassionate, creative, courageous and dependable. We champion inclusivity and value a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

We are also enhancing resident support through digital care planning. This technology helps streamline care, improve outcomes and make daily tasks more efficient, and we’ll support you as you learn new systems.

We care about our colleagues and support your personal and professional development with clear career pathways, continuous professional development, and opportunities to progress at regional and national levels.

Important eligibilityPlease note: We can only 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.

Rewards and Benefits

Great work-life balance

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 access to pay as you need it

Award-winning learning and development including opportunities to achieve qualifications

GP online service for round-the-clock consultation (including for dependants under 16)

Colleague discounts on high street partners

Employee Assistance Programme (wellbeing support for colleagues and families)

Recognition schemes such as “Kindness in Care” and Long Service Awards

Refer a friend scheme with rewards up to £1000 per referral

Seniority levelEntry level

Employment typeFull-time

Job functionOther

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