Healthcare Assistant

Important information Please note that 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 £15.00-£17.50 per hour Shifts: Part Time Days & Nights: 12-hour shifts 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 An engaging young girl who enjoys story time, exploring sensory lights, and participating in art and craft activities. She also loves visiting her local park and attending hydrotherapy sessions. Your role will involve delivering specialised care both at home and within her educational setting. During the night, you will remain attentive to her complex care needs while fostering a soothing environment to ensure a restful sleep. 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 Previous experience in a healthcare setting working with children is essential Experience with epilepsy or PEG feeding is 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.

Location: Gateshead, North East, GB

Posted Date: 7/14/2025