Healthcare Assistants, Blackburn, Lancashire Job details Job Ref 24254 Pay Rate (ph) £13.00 - £15.50 Location Blackburn, Lancashire Work Patterns Part Time, Days, Nights, Driver Required No Job description 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. By working with us as a Healthcare Assistant, you’ll be a valued member of a compassionate team dedicated to caring for a teenage boy in Blackburn. Our service user is a happy and smiley boy who thrives on interaction with his family and care team, particularly when engaging in outdoor activities. He enjoys watching Horrid Henry, exploring vibrant colours, listening to music, and relaxing in bed playing on his iPad. He is unable to communicate verbally and will communicates through eye gaze and various sounds. Your role? To provide essential care during the day and night, remain attentive and support our service user to engage in the activities he enjoys. This isn't just a job – it's a chance to have a significant impact on the lives of others. Please note, our service users family have specifically requested female staff for their team. Pay Rates: £13.00 - £15.50 per hour Approx. £65 - £77.50 (per 5-hour day shift) Approx. £135 - £155 (per 10-hour night shift) Shifts Available: Part Time Days Monday, Wednesday & Friday - 9:30am - 2:30pm Tuesday & Thursday - 10am-2pm Sunday- 12:00pm - 4:00pm Part Time Nights 10:00pm - 8:00am Monday to Friday (2 shifts per week) Essential Experience: 3 months previous care experience Medication administration Personal care Moving and handling 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. Why work for Apollo Home Healthcare? We specialise in the provision of highly complex clinical care services delivered in the homes of service users. We are passionate about delivering the highest standard of care and we recognise that our Nurses, Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers are integral to doing this. In return for your hard work and dedication you will receive: Flexible hours to suit Confirmed rotas Excellent rates of pay Holiday pay Full clinical training Opportunity to work with other service users in the area Ongoing professional training and development Please do not hesitate to contact our dedicated recruitment team on 01902 847111 or email on recruitmentapollohomehealthcare.com to find out more.