Find a rewarding career in care near you, and select the shifts that fit around your lifestyle.
Join the HC-One Flex Force team today and help to make a difference to our residents and their families every single day. You’ll be able to select your shifts to work around your studies, family life, or other commitments, and will benefit from full training and paid annual leave.
At HC-One, we are looking for enthusiastic and committed Care Assistants to join our brand-new Flex Force team.
If you’re looking to earn extra money while growing your experience in the care sector, Flex Force is the ideal solution as you can work the contracted hours to suit you, with guaranteed set pay each month
Salary: £10.90 to £11.45 per hour
Location: West Lothian
Home/Department: West Lothian
Department: Care
Flexible Care Assistant - West Lothian
Latest vacancy in your area:
Choose your hours
Choose the hours to suit your lifestyle
Set monthly pay
Receive consistent pay each month
Close to home
Work across multiple homes near you
No experience required
You’ll receive full training to gain the skills you need
We understand the importance of having flexibility in your work schedule, especially when it comes to caring for others. That’s why HC-One has introduced our Flex Force initiative, giving you the freedom to choose the contracted hours you work within a 12-week cycle.
The freedom doesn’t end there, you can choose your preferred shifts and work across several care homes. By committing to a set number of hours, you can have peace of mind knowing you’ll have a permanent contract and consistent pay, with all additional hours worked paid at the end of each 12-week cycle.
Plus, our full induction and training will give you the skills to provide the best possible care to our residents, with support from our friendly team along your journey.
Flex Force at HC-One
Hear about Flex Force from our team:
Latest vacancy in your area
Salary: £10.90 to £11.45 per hour
Location: West Lothian
Home/Department: West Lothian
Department: Care
Flexible Care Assistant - West Lothian
At HC-One, we are looking for enthusiastic and committed Care Assistants to join our brand-new Flex Force team.
If you’re looking to earn extra money while growing your experience in the care sector, Flex Force is the ideal solution as you can work the contracted hours to suit you, with guaranteed set pay each month. What’s more, you can select your shifts to work flexibly around your studies, family life or other commitments. While shifts will be offered as required by our care home across the West Lothian area, you will remain in control of your working week and the shifts you pick up.
The homes include Redmill (EH47 0PN) and Linlithgow (EH49 7BW).
About the role
About the role
- Companionship
- Personal care
- Moving & handling
- Meal preparation
- Emotional support
- Resident wellbeing
At HC-One, we know that everyone learns differently. That’s why we offer a variety of ways for you to keep learning and growing while you’re part of our team. We’ll help you develop in ways that are interesting and accessible to you.
Learning, leading and growing
Rewards and benefits
At HC-One, we value our team and their contribution to our Residents’ lives. We offer a rewards and benefits package that recognises your kind care and supports your wellbeing.
Free Uniform, DBS and Fees
Our care home Colleagues will receive free uniforms and we will cover the cost of your DBS/PVG check when you start working with us.
Free 24/7 GP Access
You’ll have access to an online wellbeing and fitness app, giving you, and your children under 16, access to unlimited GP video consultations.
Discounts and Cashback
All Colleagues can benefit from hundreds of online and high street discounts helping make every penny go further.
Free nutritious meals
All our care home Colleagues working shifts of eight hours or more will receive a nutritious meal on us cooked by our in house chefs.
Free eye tests
You can get a free eye test on us and even receive a contribution towards any glasses you need to buy for use with display screen equipment.
Recognition Awards
At HC-One, kindness is at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to recognising the kind efforts of our Colleagues.
Flex Force with HC-One: It’s a job you’ll love
I’ve worked at HC-One for over 20 years, I thoroughly enjoy my role and have never felt more supported.
Natalie
Care Assistant
Kind care means to me respecting each individual and offering them the best care possible.
Shannon
Care Assistant
I love my job because kindness does wonderful things and helps put a smile on people’s faces.
Jane
Care Assistant
Kind care means to me, to treat everyone as I would like to be treated.
Janice
Senior Care Assistant
Working in care is very rewarding to me.
Lindsey
Care Assistant
As a Care Assistant, I thank Flex Force for giving me the opportunity to put a smile on residents’ faces, while being able to choose when I work.
Henry Wajuihian
Care Assistant
What do I need?
Kind and caring
Great communication
Willing to learn
Reliable and trustworthy
Full UK Driver's licence (preferable but not essential)
Frequently asked questions
What’s involved in the role?
Care Assistants support our Residents to do everything they need to lead a very good life, while putting their comfort, happiness, health, and wellbeing first.
What contracted hours are available?
Is this a zero-hour contract?
No, this contract offers the option to select from a range of contracted hours with guaranteed monthly pay.
How much will I get paid?
You will be paid up to £10.90 to £11.45 per hour for all hours worked, all additional hours worked will be paid at the end of each 12-week cycle.
How does this role differ from working with an agency?
We’re offering permanent contracts with set monthly guaranteed hours and guaranteed pay. Plus, from day 1 you’ll be part of the HC-One family.
Will I be given a HC-One Induction?
A three-day mandatory induction will start on day 1 of your 12-week cycle. Inductions are Monday to Friday 9/5. You will also be given shadow shifts to learn the HC-One way.
When will my 12-week cycle begin?
Day 1 of your induction is the beginning of your 12-week cycle.
What happens at the end of my 12-week cycle?
Your next 12-week cycle will automatically refresh.
Can I work more than one 12-week cycle?
Absolutely!
Do I get paid annual leave?
Absolutely, your annual leave will be calculated based on the hours you work.
Who can I speak to if my circumstances change?
Your supervisor will be there to support you throughout your journey.
Do I need experience in care?
Whilst experience is an advantage, full award-winning training will be given.
What hours are available?
The shifts offered will vary from home to home, but the flexibility is yours to choose the shifts that best suit your lifestyle.
Where will I work?
There will be several homes within each cluster, making every day different!
Is my PVG/DBS paid for?
We cover the cost of this for all HC-One Colleagues
Will I wear a uniform and badge?
We cover the cost of this for all HC-One Colleagues
Will HC-One sponsor me?
We’re unable to offer HC-One sponsorship for this role, but we can offer employment under existing student visas.