Healthcare Assistant

Job summary

Job description

• Healthcare Assistant
• Location:Leigh, Greater Manchester
• Pay Rate:£14.50 - £17.50 per hour
• 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, CourageandCommitment- and were looking for people who share those values.

Main duties of the job

Meet Our Client

We are seeking compassionate and reliable healthcare assistants to join a 2:1 care team, providing personalised care for an adult male in his home in Leigh.

He enjoys following Manchester United, listening to Elvis Presley, and watching his favourite TV series. He also loves getting out into the community, going for meals, socialising, and enjoying time with his care team. He especially appreciates carers who bring good humour and enjoy sharing a laugh.

In this role youll manage his clinical interventions, and assist with meal preparation, household tasks, daily routines, and support his engagement in the local community.

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.

Were seeking patient and empathetic individuals who are confident in delivering complex clinical care and passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

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)