Healthcare Assistant

Job summary

• Healthcare Assistant
• Location:Skelmersdale, WN8
• Pay Rate:£14.00 - £17.00
• Shifts:Part Time | Days & Nights | 12 Hour Shifts

Why Choose Apollo?

At Apollo Home Healthcare, we provide high-quality, person-centred care to people in the comfort of their own homes. We build small, dedicated teams around each individual - because every person we support has unique needs!

We work in line with the 6 Cs:Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage and Commitment- and were looking for people who share those values.

Main duties of the job

Meet Our Client

We are excited to be expanding our services in Skelmersdale and are recruiting compassionate, reliable Healthcare Assistants to support a male client in his 50s with complex clinical care needs. He enjoys being out in the community, spending time with loved ones, and listening to audiobooks and the radio. He also has an interest in whisky and enjoys visiting distilleries in Scotland.

This is a rewarding opportunity to provide 2:1, person-centred care within in his own home and in the community. You will play a vital role in supporting his health, comfort, independence, and overall quality of life. Your responsibilities will include delivering high-quality clinical care, supporting with all aspects of personal care and daily routines, and promoting dignity, independence, and emotional wellbeing.

You will support and encourage meaningful activities at home and in the community, fostering positive, trusting relationships with the gentleman and his family.

Night shifts will involve supporting his bedtime routine, offering reassurance and companionship, monitoring clinical needs, and responding promptly to ensure he remains comfortable, safe, and settled throughout the night.

About us

What You'll Need

• Minimum 3 months care experience
• Confident with medication administration
• Personal care & moving and handling experience
• Clear communication skills

Please note:

Due to the nature of our vacancies, our clients have the right to request either female or male staff. Our client has specifically requested female care staff to join their team.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay with enhancements for nights and weekends
• Regular confirmed rota's
• Flexible full-time and part-time hours
• Reward & recognition programme
• Supportive management and 24/7 on-call support
• Funded training and opportunities to develop clinical skills (though attendance is unpaid)