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Healthcare AssistantinThe area below is where the role is located:inThe area below is where the role is located:PUBLISHED FRI 1 NOV 2024

£13 to £16 an hour  PERMANENT  GOOD SALARY 

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Apollo Home HealthcareFollow Apollo Home Healthcare

Apollo Home Healthcare is seeking compassionate Healthcare Assistants to provide personalised care for a young girl in Heywood. The role involves delivering specialised care, managing clinical needs, and supporting the child’s learning and development as she transitions to full-time school attendance. Engaging in activities, fostering connections, and sharing joyful moments through her favourite shows and music are key aspects of this rewarding position. Candidates should have experience with children's complex care, as the family specifically requests female staff for this role.

The Healthcare Assistant will operate independently within the home, ensuring that care is aligned with the service user’s individual support plan, promoting their safety and independence. This part-time position offers pay rates of £13.00 - £16.00 per hour, with shifts available two days a week from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Apollo Home Healthcare values inclusivity and is an equal opportunity employer.

Useful skills for a Healthcare Assistant:
To work as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you need a combination of practical skills, personal qualities, and a basic understanding of healthcare principles. While specific requirements might vary depending on the employer or the care setting, here are the key skills and attributes typically required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills:
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Good listening skills to understand patients' needs and concerns.
2. Empathy and Compassion:
- Understanding and sensitivity to the feelings of patients.
- Ability to provide emotional support and reassurance.
3. Basic Clinical Skills:
- Understanding of basic health and hygiene standards.
- Ability to assist with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, feeding, etc.).
- Monitoring vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse) can also be necessary.
4. Teamwork:
- Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.
- Being a supportive team player.
5. Time Management:
- Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Managing time effectively to ensure all patients receive appropriate care.
6. Attention to Detail:
- Being meticulous in following care plans and documenting changes in patients’ conditions.
- Paying close attention to patient safety.
7. Problem Solving Skills:
- Ability to respond to a variety of situations and challenges quickly and effectively.
- Competence in recognizing changes in a patient's condition and taking appropriate action.
8. Physical Stamina:
- Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting and moving patients.
- Maintaining energy and stamina for long shifts.
Personal Qualities:
- Patience: Working in healthcare can be challenging; patience is crucial when dealing with patients who may be distressed or unwell.
- Reliability: Being dependable and trustworthy is essential for providing good patient care.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to handle varying work environments and situations.
- Respectfulness: Maintaining dignity for patients and treating them respectfully.
Training and Qualifications:
While formal qualifications may not always be required, having a relevant qualification, such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, can be beneficial. Some employers provide on-the-job training, and courses in first aid, safeguarding, or infection control may also be useful.
Experience:
Any previous experience in healthcare, customer service, or caring environments can greatly enhance your application. Volunteering in hospitals, care homes, or community services can provide valuable experience and skills.
 


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