Important information
Please note that Apollo Home Healthcare does not hold a sponsorship licence. Therefore, we are unable to consider applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK, either currently or in the future.
Job description
* Healthcare Assistant
* Location: Derby, DE5
* Pay Rate: £14.00 - £16.00
* Shifts: Full Time & Part Time | Days & Nights | 12 Hour Shifts
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.
Meet Our Client
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Assistants to support a gentleman in his early 80s living in Derby. He is looking for a supportive care team to help him live life as fully as possible, enabling him to get out into the community and remain as active as he can.
Responsibilities will include providing personal care, supporting clinical interventions, and assisting with activities that enhance his quality of life.
Evening and night shifts may involve supporting bedtime routines, offering reassurance and companionship, and remaining attentive to his needs throughout the night.
This position requires someone who is caring, reliable, and committed to maintaining his comfort, safety, dignity, and overall wellbeing.
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 You’ll Need
* 3 months’ care experience
* Confident supporting with medication, personal care, moving and handling
* Clear communication skills
* Valid UK driving licence required for day shifts
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