Healthcare Assistant, Norwich, Norfolk

Job description

Healthcare Assistant

Location: Norwich, NR9

Pay: £14.50 - £16.50

Shifts: Part Time | Days & Nights | 4.5 – 12-hour shifts | Alternate weekends required

Why Join Apollo Home Healthcare?

• Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay
• Holiday pay paid in addition to your hourly pay
• Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle
• Specialist clinical training, led by our expert in-house nursing team
• Ongoing career development
• Support from our experienced Clinical Team
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Reward and recognition programmes
• Loyalty Reward Schemes
• Company pension

Don't just take our word for it...

“I was very sceptical about leaving my old job but I’m so I glad I took the leap and applied for my position at Apollo. Best thing I ever did, I get to spend more time with my children and watch them grow. Everyone is so friendly and easy to approach if you have a problem.”

About This Role

We are seeking fun, warm, and compassionate Healthcare Assistants to support an 8-year-old boy within his family home.

He enjoys sensory play, light and music therapy, children’s TV programmes, and especially loves singing, playful interaction, and funny voices that make him laugh and smile.

As part of his dedicated 1:1 care team, you will support him across both day and night shifts, helping to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment tailored to his individual needs.

During the day, you will support him to access activities while closely monitoring his oxygen saturations, airway, and seizure activity, alongside any other required clinical interventions as outlined in his care plan.

Night shifts require a vigilant and attentive approach, supporting his clinical needs as required while maintaining a calm and restful environment. You will provide comfort and reassurance throughout the night and respond appropriately to any changes in his condition.

We are looking for caring, reliable, and attentive individuals who can recognise signs of deterioration, respond calmly and effectively, and deliver high-quality, person-centred care while building a positive and trusting relationship with both our client and his family.

Previous epilepsy experience is preferred but not essential, as full training and ongoing support will be provided.

Clinical Experience

Previous experience supporting children or young people with complex healthcare needs is desirable. Where required, specialist clinical training will be provided by our highly skilled, in house nursing team.

Package-specific clinical skills

The specific clinical competencies required for our client are: Non-invasive ventilation (CPAP) Overnight monitoring Oxygen saturation monitoring Personal care

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this role, applicants must:

• Have a minimum of 3 months' paid experience working in a professional care setting within the UK.
• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Be committed to delivering safe, compassionate and child-centred care.
• Be willing to complete client-specific, clinical training where required.
• Confident with medication, personal care, moving and handling
• Clear communication skills
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

We do not hold a sponsorship licence and are therefore unable to consider applicants requiring sponsorship.

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• Caring, kind and compassionate
• Patient and reliable
• Friendly and engaging
• Passionate about supporting children and young people
• Able to build positive relations with children and their families
• A strong communicator
• A positive team player

Why Apollo?

At Apollo Home Healthcare, people are at the heart of everything we do. We're one of the UK's leading providers of specialist home healthcare, supporting babies, children, young people and adults with complex healthcare needs. We’re passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred complex care that enables our clients to live safely, independently and comfortably in the place they call home.

We know that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. That's why we're committed to supporting our Healthcare Assistants through specialist training and ongoing clinical support. Whether you're joining us with previous complex care experience or looking to build on your existing skills, you'll be part of a compassionate team dedicated to making a positive difference every day.

Apply Today

If you're passionate about delivering outstanding care and want to build a rewarding career with Apollo Home Healthcare, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of our dedicated team.