Care Assistant - Hillside

Care Assistant – Hillside

Full & Part-Time | Days or Nights | £12.76 - £17.01 per Hour | Permanent
Location: Hillside Residential Care, Redhill, South Hereford

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

Apply Now

If you are passionate about making a difference and supporting people to live independently, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal chat about the role, call 01432 261627