Healthcare Assistant

Apollo Home Healthcare; Darwen; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A nationwide healthcare provider in Darwen seeks a compassionate Healthcare Assistant. This part-time role involves supporting a young child's daily needs and providing clinical care. Candidates must have care experience and excellent communication skills. Shift flexibility is required, with competitive pay and supportive management offered in this role.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Flexible scheduling

Funded training

24/7 on-call support

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 months’ care experience required.
• Must be confident in medication and personal care.
• Ability to communicate clearly is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support daily needs of a young client with clinical care.
• Ensure a safe and nurturing environment during care.

Skills

Care experience

Medication administration

Personal care skills

Communication skills

Pet friendly

Job description

Overview

Healthcare Assistant position in Darwen, BB3. Part Time | Days & Nights | Shift times vary. Pay Rate: £14.00- £17.00.

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. We’re looking for people who share those values.

Meet Our Client

A young lovable 3-year-old boy who enjoys interacting with his family and dedicated care team. He loves swimming, sensory lights, soft play and being outdoors. As part of his care team during the day, you will provide a vital role in supporting him with his daily needs, clinical care and ensuring that he thrives both at home and while attending nursery. You will also provide essential overnight care. His evenings typically begin around 6pm, starting with a bath and providing clinical care. He enjoys his playtime to wind down before settling to sleep, usually around 10pm. An essential part of his bedtime routine is having a star light/projector and a soft blanket to settle him to sleep.

We are looking for staff who are flexible to cover both day and night shifts.

Role Requirements

Please note: Our clients have the right to request either female or male staff. Our client has specifically requested female care staff to join their team.

What You’ll Need:

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

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, comes 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.