Healthcare Assistant

Healthcare Assistant

Hours: Full-time and Part-time hours availabe

Rate of Pay: £12.71

Location: Plane Tree Court Care Home, Stockport, SK3 0TX

About Us

Serencroft Care Homes is an independent care provider operating five residential and nursing homes across England, including Plane Tree Court in Stockport. We are CQC-regulated and B Corp certified, and we work in partnership with NHS commissioners and local universities to provide high-quality, person-centred care. We're looking for a compassionate, reliable Health Care Assistant to join our team at Plane Tree Court and help our residents live with dignity, comfort and independence.

The Role

As a Health Care Assistant, you'll provide day-to-day personal and social care to residents, working closely with nursing and care team colleagues to deliver support that's tailored to each person's needs and wishes. No two days are the same — you'll build genuine relationships with residents and their families while helping to maintain a safe, warm and welcoming home.

Key Responsibilities

* Support residents with personal care, including washing, dressing, continence care and mobility

* Assist residents at mealtimes, monitoring nutrition and hydration needs

* Help residents move safely, using equipment and techniques in line with training

* Observe and record residents' wellbeing, reporting any changes to senior staff promptly

* Maintain accurate, up-to-date care records and daily logs

* Support residents' independence, choice and dignity at all times

* Take part in social, recreational and wellbeing activities with residents

* Follow Serencroft's care plans, safeguarding and infection control procedures

* Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary care team

What We're Looking For

* A genuine, caring interest in supporting older and vulnerable adults

* Right to work in the UK

* Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check

* Good communication skills and a team-focused attitude

* Reliability and flexibility to work rotating shifts, including some weekends

* NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care is desirable but not essential — Opportunity to take up NVQ once passed probation.

* Previous care experience is required.

What We Offer

• Full induction

• Ongoing training and career development within a multi-site care group

• Opportunity to take up NVQ once successfully completing probation period.

• A supportive, values-led team environment

• Annual Leave: 28 Days per annum (including Bank Holidays)

• Refer-a-friend bonus – up to £200!

• Blue Light Card Eligibility

• Employee of the quarter - opportunity to potentially win tickets to sporting events or purchasing vouchers for amazing brands and so much more!

How to Apply

To apply, please attach your CV for interest. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.

Serencroft Care Homes is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of background
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed