Healthcare Assistant- School Support, Barnsley, South Yorkshire

Job description

• Healthcare Assistant
• Location: Barnsley, S70
• Pay Rate: £13.25 Per Hour
• Shifts: Part time | Days | 8am-4pm | 2 shifts per week | Term Time Only

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About us

At Apollo Home Healthcare, we provide high-quality, person-centred care to people in the comfort of their own homes. Every individual we support has unique needs – we tailor every care package to them, building a compassionate and skilled team around their requirements.

We live and work by the 6 Cs: Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage, and Commitment – and we’re looking for people who share those values.

About the Role – Term Time Only

We are seeking caring and reliable Healthcare Assistants to provide school-based support for children with a range of complex health needs.

You will support children on a one-to-one basis and in group settings within the school environment, helping them access education safely while promoting independence, wellbeing, and development.

You will also provide attentive support with their clinical needs, personal care, and mobility support, ensuring they are safe, comfortable, and fully supported throughout the school day.

Clinical Needs May Include

• Epilepsy management and administration of rescue medication
• Diabetes management
• Nebuliser support
• Enteral feeding (including PEG and NG tubes)
• Medication administration

What We're Looking For

• A minimum of 3 months’ care experience
• Confident in medication administration, personal care, and moving and handling
• Clear and effective communication skills
• Compassionate, patient, and adaptable individuals
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple care needs.

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Please note: Due to the nature of our vacancies, our clients have the right to request either female or male staff. “This isn't just a job – it’s your opportunity to make a real difference in someone’s life.”

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay with enhancements for nights and weekends
• Regular confirmed rotas and flexible scheduling
• Reward & recognition programme
• Supportive management and 24/7 on-call support
• Opportunity to grow within a values-led, national care provider

Our funded training, including clinical skills, comes at no cost to you, though attendance is unpaid.

Apply Now

If you're passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care and meet the requirements outlined above, we'd love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your CV through this job board.

For more information about this role or our recruitment process, please visit our website.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Apollo Home Healthcare team.

Apollo Home Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer, advertising numerous vacancies on behalf of our clients and these specific requirements do not reflect the views of our organisation.