Healthcare Assistant, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear

Job description

Healthcare Assistant

Location: Gateshead, NE21

Pay: £13.00 - £16.00 per hour

Shifts: Part Time Days | 8:00am - 8:00pm & 9:00am - 8:00pm

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 looking for dedicated, compassionate, and responsible Healthcare Assistants to support a lively and affectionate young girl who brings joy and energy wherever she goes.

She has a vibrant personality and loves dancing to music, playing with her treasured collection of dolls, watching her favourite shows including The Chase, especially cheering on her favourite quiz master, The Beast, and attending school, where she enjoys learning and spending time with her friends.

As her Healthcare Assistant, you will provide child-centred care across both home and school settings, supporting her daily needs, promoting her wellbeing, and encouraging her happiness and confidence.

You will support her at home and accompany her to school, ensuring consistent care throughout the day, including assistance with personal care, engagement in activities, and emotional reassurance. Building a trusting, positive relationship will be key to ensuring she feels safe, supported, and able to thrive in both environments.

This is more than a job; it’s a chance to make a real difference in a young person’s life, helping her flourish while celebrating the joy and energy she brings to every day.

Clinical Experience

Previous experience supporting children or young people with complex healthcare needs is desirable.

The specific clinical competencies required for our client are:

• PEG feed
• Seizure Management
• Personal Care
• Moving and Handling
• Medication administration

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  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.

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.