Healthcare Assistant- Days
Healthcare Assistant
Part time
Healthcare
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Complex Home Care
Job Ref 26032
Job description
At Apollo Home Healthcare, we provide high-quality, person-centred care to individuals in their own homes. Every care package is tailored, with a compassionate and skilled team built around each person's needs.
We live by the 6 Cs: Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage, and Commitment.
The Role
We are seeking compassionate Healthcare Assistants to provide dedicated 1:1 daytime support for an adult male in his 30s with complex care needs, within his home.
This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys building positive, trusting relationships and providing consistent, high-quality care. He communicates well and values meaningful interaction, so companionship is an important part of this role.
He has a strong interest in astronomy and enjoys films, using his laptop, and engaging with his hobbies. He also enjoys being active in the community, including trips to restaurants, museums, concerts, and festivals.
You will provide both clinical and personal care, including medication administration and moving and handling support, while also encouraging independence and supporting him to stay engaged in the activities he enjoys.
This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a real difference, supporting someone to live a full and active life within their own home and community.
Key Responsibilities
Additional Information
Please note: Due to the nature of our vacancies, clients may request male or female staff depending on their care needs.
Our client has specifically requested male care staff to join their team.
Job description
- Healthcare Assistant
- Location: Tamworth, B77
- Pay Rate: £15.00 - £18.00 Per hour
- Shifts: Part Time | Days (8am - 8pm)
At Apollo Home Healthcare, we provide high-quality, person-centred care to individuals in their own homes. Every care package is tailored, with a compassionate and skilled team built around each person's needs.
We live by the 6 Cs: Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage, and Commitment.
The Role
We are seeking compassionate Healthcare Assistants to provide dedicated 1:1 daytime support for an adult male in his 30s with complex care needs, within his home.
This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys building positive, trusting relationships and providing consistent, high-quality care. He communicates well and values meaningful interaction, so companionship is an important part of this role.
He has a strong interest in astronomy and enjoys films, using his laptop, and engaging with his hobbies. He also enjoys being active in the community, including trips to restaurants, museums, concerts, and festivals.
You will provide both clinical and personal care, including medication administration and moving and handling support, while also encouraging independence and supporting him to stay engaged in the activities he enjoys.
This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a real difference, supporting someone to live a full and active life within their own home and community.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing high-quality personal care with dignity and respect
- Supporting complex clinical needs, including:
- PEG feeding
- Ventilation management
- Oral suctioning
- Supporting medication administration
- Assisting with personal care
- Supporting safe moving and handling
- Supporting community access and daily activities
- Monitoring and responding to changes in condition
- Encouraging independence and engagement in hobbies and interests
- Working collaboratively with family members and professionals
- A minimum of 3 months care experience
- Confidence in medication administration, personal care, and moving & handling
- Clear and effective communication skills
- Ability to build positive, professional relationships
What We Offer - Competitive pay with enhancements for weekends and bank holidays
- Regular confirmed rotas and flexible scheduling
- Reward & recognition programme
- Supportive management and 24/7 on-call support
- Ongoing training and development within a national, values-led provider
Additional Information
Please note: Due to the nature of our vacancies, clients may request male or female staff depending on their care needs.
Our client has specifically requested male care staff to join their team.