Job Title: Healthcare Assistants
Employer: Apollo Home Healthcare
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Wage: £13.00 – £15.00 per hour
Job Type: Part-time, Full-time
Shift and Schedule: 12-hour shifts, Day shifts
Job Overview
Apollo Home Healthcare is looking for compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistants to join our team in Stoke-on-Trent. You will provide high-quality, personalised care to an elderly lady in her 70s at her home in Audley. This role offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a meaningful impact on her life while enjoying the benefits of competitive pay, confirmed rotas, and professional training. Join Apollo Home Healthcare and make a real difference in someone’s life today!
Job Description
As a Healthcare Assistant, you will support our service user with daily personal care and activities, ensuring her well-being and comfort. This includes spending time with her animals, particularly her Shetland pony, and accompanying her on outings, including weekly trips to the local pub.
Pay Rates:
- £13.00 – £15.00 per hour
- Approx. £156 – £180 per 12-hour day shift
Shifts Available:
- Full-time and part-time day shifts
- Shift timings: 8am – 8pm or 10am – 10pm
- 2-4 shifts per week
Essential Experience:
- At least 3 months of previous care experience.
- Proficiency in medication administration.
- Skilled in personal care and moving and handling.
- Comfortable around pets.
Why Work for Apollo Home Healthcare?
We are specialists in providing complex clinical care in the home. We value our staff and offer:
- Flexible hours to suit your schedule.
- Confirmed rotas for stability.
- Excellent rates of pay and holiday pay.
- Full clinical training and ongoing professional development.
- Opportunities to work with other service users in the area.
Job Duties of Healthcare Assistants in the UK
- Assist with personal care, including bathing, dressing, and toileting.
- Administer medications as required.
- Support mobility and physical activities.
- Assist with household tasks, including light cleaning and meal preparation.
- Provide companionship and emotional support.
- Participate in activities and outings to enhance the client’s quality of life.
Personal Suitabilities
We are seeking individuals who are:
- Compassionate and empathetic.
- Reliable and punctual.
- Strong communicators.
- Flexible and adaptable to client needs.
Work Environment
- A home-based care setting.
- Opportunity to work in a relaxed environment, supporting a client’s hobbies and interests.
- Engaging with pets and spending time outdoors in the community.
Skills and Knowledge
- Knowledge of care planning and medication administration.
- Ability to perform moving and handling tasks safely.
- Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality.
- Good interpersonal and observational skills.
Education and Certification Requirements
- No formal qualifications required, but the following are advantageous:NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care.
- Training in First Aid, Manual Handling, and Safeguarding.
Who Can Apply?
- UK citizens, permanent or temporary residents, and candidates with or without a valid work permit.
How to Apply
Online: Apply on Company’s Website
