Healthcare Assistant, Darlington, North Yorkshire

Job description

• Healthcare Assistant

Location: Darlington, DL1

Pay: £15.00 - £20.00 Per hour

Shifts: Part time | Days: 8am - 8pm | Nights: 8pm - 8am

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 caring and dedicated Healthcare Assistants to support a young man in his late teens who has a vibrant personality and enjoys a wide range of activities.

Music plays a big part in his life, and he particularly enjoys listening to Adele, songs from The Greatest Showman, and relaxing music. He also enjoys spending time on his iPad, watching Disney programmes, including Mickey Mouse and Special Agent Oso, and listening to stories through his Toniebox, which is an important part of his daily routine.

He loves getting out into the community, whether that's going for walks, spending time outdoors, or attending football matches with his dad. You will accompany him on the bus to and from school, provide support throughout the school day, and help him engage in the activities he enjoys while promoting his wellbeing, independence, and quality of life. Working closely with his family and wider support network, you will provide consistent, person-centred care across home, school, and community settings.

You will also provide overnight support, ensuring he is closely monitored throughout the night, remains comfortable and settled, and that all of his care needs are met. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is compassionate, reliable, and passionate about making a positive difference in a young person's life.

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.

The specific clinical competencies required for our client are:

• Personal care
• Seizure management
• PEG
• Moving and handling (hoist)
• Suctioning.

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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.
• Must have Full UK driving licence.

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.