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£14 to £17 an hour PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

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Apollo Home Healthcare is seeking dedicated Healthcare Assistants to provide personalized care for a young boy in Stockton on Tees. This role involves offering specialist support throughout his daily routines, including assistance in a school environment, managing clinical needs, and promoting his learning and development. Benefits include competitive pay rates of £14.00 per hour, confirmed rotas, and full clinical training. The ideal candidate may have prior experience in complex care or a willingness to learn, and the position specifically requests female staff as per the family's preferences.

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will work independently within the service user's home, delivering personal, social, and domestic support while respecting their privacy and dignity. This role is an opportunity to make a significant impact on a young person's life by helping them maintain independence and enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle, while adhering to their individual care and support plan. Shifts are Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 4 pm during term time only.

We are seeking dedicated Healthcare Assistants who are passionate about providing personalised care and support to our service user.

Benefits of joining our team include competitive pay rates, confirmed rotas, and full clinical training. Whether you have experience in complex care or are eager to learn, we want to hear from you!

By working with us as a Healthcare Assistant, youll be a valued member of a compassionate team dedicated to caring for a young boy in Stockton on Tees.

Our service user is a happy and interactive young boy who loves to play his Xbox, Switch, and tablet. He enjoys spending time in the community, playing football, and being around other children.

During the day, he attends school and thrives on interacting with his classmates. You will support him in his school environment, ensuring he feels comfortable and follows his daily routines, as consistency is key for him.

Your role? To provide specialist care throughout the day, staying attentive to his needs, managing his clinical requirements as needed, and supporting his learning and development.

This isn't just a job it's a chance to have a significant impact on a young person's life.

Please note, our service users family has specifically requested for female staff to work on their team.

Pay Rates:

£14.00 per hourApprox. £112.00 per 8-hour shift

Shifts

Monday Friday
Term Time Only
8am 4pm

Due to the nature of our vacancies, service users have the right to request either female or male staff.

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

About us
The role of a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) is to work without direct supervision in the home of the service user providing care and support including personal, social, and domestic support whilst adhering to the service users individual care and support plan.
The aim of the position is to enable service users to remain safely in their own home with as much independence as possible.
Alongside providing care and support in a professional, discreet, and caring manner, always ensuring the service users right to privacy and dignity is maintained

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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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