Healthcare Assistant

Shandon Projects; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider based in Gateshead is looking for a Healthcare Assistant to manage clinical interventions and support clients in their daily routines. You will provide person-centred care and assist with various activities. The ideal candidate has at least 3 months of care experience and excellent communication skills. This role offers competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and funded training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Flexible scheduling

Funded training opportunities

Supportive management

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• At least 3 months' care experience.
• Confident with medication and personal care.
• Clear communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage clinical interventions.
• Assist with daily care routines.
• Support clients in meaningful activities.
• Engage younger clients in activities.

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

• Healthcare Assistant
• Location: Gateshead, NE10
• Pay Rate: £13.00 - £17.50 per hour
• Shifts: Part Time | Days & Nights | Shifts Times Vary

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\'re currently supporting adult and child clients in the Gateshead and surrounding areas and are looking for compassionate, dedicated individuals to deliver high-quality, person-centred care tailored to their needs. In this role, you\'ll manage clinical interventions, assist with daily care routines, and support clients in meaningful activities—such as spending time with family and friends or going on community outings.

You\'ll also assist with bedtime routines, offering companionship, staying attentive and responsive, and addressing care needs as they arise. With younger clients, you\'ll engage in their favourite activities, including arts and crafts, outdoor play, educational games, and sensory activities.

Please note: Due to the nature of our vacancies, our clients have the right to request either female or male staff. This isn\'t just a job - it\'s your opportunity to make a real difference in someone\'s life.

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

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.

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