Healthcare Assistant

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

Job summary

A national care provider is seeking a compassionate Healthcare Assistant in Wakefield to support two twin girls with complex care needs. Key responsibilities include delivering personal care, aiding in educational activities, and accompanying them on community outings. Candidates should have at least 3 months of care experience and be confident with medication administration. This role offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for career growth within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Regular confirmed rotas

24/7 on‑call support

Funded training at no cost

Qualifications

• At least 3 months of care experience required.
• Must be confident with personal care and medication administration.
• Strong communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the girls through engaging activities.
• Deliver personal care and administer medication.
• Accompany the girls on community outings.

Skills

Care experience

Medication management

Clear communication

Comfortable around pets

Job description

Responsibilities

We are seeking a kind, compassionate, and energetic Healthcare Assistant to join the care team of two twin girls living in the Wakefield area. In this rewarding role, you will support the girls through a range of engaging activities, including story time, interactive reading, drawing, and sensory play. A key part of your role will be to help create a safe, nurturing environment that encourages their development and learning. You will provide specialised care on a 3:2 basis, working closely with a Registered Nurse across both home and educational settings. Responsibilities include delivering personal care, administering medication, and meeting a range of clinical needs, as both children require intensive and complex care. The role also involves accompanying the girls on community outings, including visits to the library, the wildlife park, and weekend day trips, supporting their social interaction and enjoyment outside the home. 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."

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.

Qualifications

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

Benefits

• 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.

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.

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.