Healthcare Assistant

Shandon Projects; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A national healthcare provider in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a passionate Healthcare Assistant to support a 17-year-old with personal care and community activities. This part-time role offers competitive pay of £15.00 - £19.00 per hour for morning and afternoon shifts. Candidates with previous care experience are preferred. Join us in making a difference in our clients' lives.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay with enhancements

Flexible scheduling

Reward & recognition programme

Supportive management

Opportunity for growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 months of care experience.
• Confident administering medication and personal care.
• Ability to communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and clinical support.
• Accompany the client into the community during school holidays.
• Engage in activities the client enjoys.

Skills

Care experience

Confident with medication

Clear communication skills

Personal care experience

Moving and handling

Job description

Important information: Apollo Home Healthcare does not hold 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: Newcastle upon Tyne, NE21
• Pay Rate: £15.00 - £19.00
• Shifts: Part Time | Mornings - 06.45 - 10.45 (Mon & Tue) | Afternoons - 14.30 - 18.30 (Tue)

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

A 17-year-old with a love for music, especially pop stars like Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, and Little Mix. He finds joy in the glow of sensory lights and watches programmes like the Little Mermaid and Bluey.

We require a caring and confident individual to provide personal care and clinical support to help him get ready before or after school, with transport provided via the school bus. During school holidays, you\'ll accompany him into the community, engaging in the activities he enjoys most - whether it’s music, lights, or simply spending quality time together.

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

"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
• Drivers are preferred but not essential

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.