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Healthcare Assistant

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Posting date: 25 March 2026
Salary: £14.00 to £17.00 per hour
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 24 April 2026
Location: Skelmersdale
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Apollo Home Healthcare
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 25666

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Summary

Job description
Healthcare Assistant
Location: Skelmersdale, WN8
Pay Rate: £14.00 - £17.00
Shifts: 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 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.

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.

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 with medication, personal care, moving and handling
Clear communication skills
Be happy to travel to Southport spinal unit for shadowing
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.

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