Healthcare Assistant

We are looking for caring and dedicated Complex Care Support Workers to join an established team, supporting a happy and charming 9-year-old boy with complex and changing care needs, including intractable epilepsy, dystonia, severe visual impairment and profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD). Based in the Easingwold area of York, this role involves supporting our client at home and in the community, including accompanying the family on days out. Our client requires full support with all aspects of personal care, feeding, medication and moving and handling. Care is delivered on a 2:1 basis during the day and 1:1 at night. You will work alongside a loving family and an experienced team of Support Workers and therapists, helping to ensure our client receives the care and support he needs to enjoy a happy and fulfilling life with his family.

We are looking for someone who is kind, compassionate and reliable, with the ability to adapt to his changing needs. You should enjoy learning new skills, working collaboratively and making a positive difference to the lives of the people you support. We are looking for candidates who can work up to full-time hours and are flexible to cover a variety of shifts. 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." Clinical Experience Previous experience supporting children with complex healthcare needs is desirable. Where required, specialist clinical training will be provided by our highly skilled, in-house nursing team. Essential Requirements To be considered for this role, applicants must:

• Have a minimum of 3 months' paid experience working in a professional care setting within the UK.
• Have the right to work in the UK
• Be willing to complete client-specific, clinical training where required.
• Hold a full UK driving licence and be confident and comfortable driving the client's adapted vehicle.
• Be comfortable working in a home environment with a pet dog.
We do not hold a sponsorship licence and are therefore unable to consider applicants requiring sponsorship. About You We're looking for someone who is:
• Passionate about working with children
• Caring, kind and compassionate
• Reliable and professional
• Committed to delivering person-centred care
  
  "I was very sceptical about leaving my old job but I'm so I glad I took the leap and applied for my position at Apollo. Best thing I ever did, I get to spend more time with my children and watch them grow. Everyone is so friendly and easy to approach if you have a problem." - Current HCA, At Apollo Home Healthcare, people are at the heart of everything we do. We're one of the UK's leading providers of specialist home healthcare, supporting babies, children, young people and adults with complex healthcare needs. We're passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred complex care that enables our clients to live safely, independently and comfortably in the place they call home.
We know that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. That's why we're committed to supporting our Healthcare Assistants through specialist training and ongoing clinical support. Whether you're joining us with previous complex care experience or looking to build on your on your existing skills, you'll be part of a compassionate team dedicated to making a positive difference every day