Healthcare Assistant

Job summary

Job description

Healthcare Assistant

• Location:Whitchurch, Shropshire (SY13)
• Pay Rate:£15.00 - £17.00 per hour
• Shifts:Part Time | Days | 2pm-8pm & 10am-4pm

Why Choose Apollo?

At Apollo Home Healthcare, we provide high-quality, person-centred care to people in the comfort of their own homes. We build small, dedicated teams around each individual - because every person we support has unique needs!

We work in line with the 6 Cs:Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, CourageandCommitment- and were looking for people who share those values.

Main duties of the job

Meet Our Client

We have an exciting new opportunity to join our team in Shropshire, supporting a young boy with complex care needs. Were looking for dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Assistants who are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care and making a real difference in his daily life and development.

You will support him during days and evenings, assisting with his complex clinical needs and participating in the activities he enjoys. He loves playing video games, watching YouTube, and listening to music, and you will be encouraged to engage with him through these interests to build a positive and trusting relationship.

Your role will include supporting him at mealtimes, managing clinical interventions, and assisting with mobility, while promoting his engagement, comfort, and overall well-being.

This is a highly rewarding position where you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference, offering encouragement and companionship within a supportive home environment. If you are reliable, compassionate, and eager to be part of a professional care team, we would be delighted to hear from you.

About us

What You'll Need

• Minimum 3 months care experience
• Confident with medication administration
• Personal care & moving and handling experience
• Clear communication skills

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.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay with enhancements for nights and weekends
• Regular confirmed rota's
• Flexible full-time and part-time hours
• Reward & recognition programme
• Supportive management and 24/7 on-call support
• Funded training and opportunities to develop clinical skills (though attendance is unpaid)