Healthcare Assistant

Apollo Home Healthcare; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national care provider in Coventry seeks a compassionate Healthcare Assistant to support clients with complex care needs. The role involves providing high-quality, person-centered care and engaging clients in meaningful activities. Ideal candidates should have at least 3 months of care experience, be confident with medication and personal care, and possess clear communication skills. This position offers competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Regular confirmed rotas

Flexible scheduling

Reward & recognition programme

Supportive management

Funded training

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 months care experience needed.
• Must be confident with medication and personal care.
• Clear communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with complex care needs.
• Engage clients in meaningful activities.
• Provide personal care and promote independence.

Skills

Care experience

Medication handling

Clear communication

Job description

Important Information

Apollo Home Healthcare does not hold a sponsorship licence. Therefore, we are unable to consider applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK, either currently or in the future.

Job Description

• Role: Healthcare Assistant
• Location: Coventry, West Midlands
• Pay Rate: £13.00 per hour
• Shifts: Full Time & Part Time | Days & Nights

About Us

At Apollo Home Healthcare, we provide high-quality, person‑centred care to people in the comfort of their own homes. Every individual we support has unique needs – we tailor every care package to them, building a compassionate and skilled team around their requirements.

We live and work by the 6 Cs: Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage, and Commitment – and we’re looking for people who share those values.

Meet Our Client

We have exciting new opportunities in Coventry and are looking for compassionate, dedicated individuals to join our team. You will support children and adults with complex care needs, providing high‑quality, person‑centred care tailored to each individual’s needs. In this role, you will support clients with clinical interventions, daily care routines, and personal care, while promoting independence and dignity at all times. You will also encourage and support clients to take part in meaningful activities, such as spending time with family and friends and accessing the local community. Support may include assisting with evening and bedtime routines, providing companionship, remaining attentive and responsive, and addressing care needs as they arise throughout your shift. When working with younger clients, you will engage them in activities they enjoy, including arts and crafts, outdoor play, educational games, and sensory‑based activities. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with complex needs while working within a supportive and professional care environment. The client may request either female or male staff.

What You’ll Need

• 3 months care experience
• Confident with medication, personal care, moving and handling
• Clear communication skills

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay with enhancements for nights and weekends
• Regular confirmed rotas and flexible scheduling
• Reward & recognition programme
• Supportive management and 24/7 on‑call support
• Opportunity to grow within a values‑led, national care provider
• Our funded training, including clinical skills, is at no cost to you, though attendance is unpaid.

Apply Now

If you're passionate about delivering high-quality, person‑centred care and meet the requirements outlined above, we'd love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your CV through this job board.

For more information about this role or our recruitment process, please visit our website. We look forward to welcoming you to the Apollo Home Healthcare team.

Apollo Home Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer, advertising numerous vacancies on behalf of our clients and these specific requirements do not reflect the views of our organisation.