Healthcare Assistant

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

Job summary

A care provider is seeking a compassionate Healthcare Assistant in Gateshead. This part-time role offers competitive pay ranging from £14.00 to £17.50 per hour. Responsibilities include managing clinical interventions, assisting with daily routines, and supporting clients with engaging activities. Applicants should have at least 3 months of care experience and clear communication skills. The position offers flexible scheduling and 24/7 on-call support.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Regular confirmed rotas

Reward & recognition programme

24/7 on-call support

Opportunity for growth

Qualifications

• At least 3 months of care experience is required.
• Confident handling medication and personal care.
• Ability to communicate clearly with clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage clinical interventions and assist with daily care routines.
• Support clients in engaging activities and outings.
• Provide companionship and address care needs.

Skills

Care experience

Medication management

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

• Healthcare Assistant
• Location: Gateshead, NE10
• Pay Rate: £14.00 - £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, 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.