Health and Social Care Apprenticeship - Farnham – Find an apprenticeship

Summary

Ashton Manor are looking for an Apprentice Care Assistant. Every day is different and brings joy, satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment. Care for others and make a difference. All you need is a caring and positive attitude to provide care for our elderly clients and make a positive difference to their day to day lives.

Annual wage: £15,350 a year
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Training course: Adult care worker (level 2)
Hours: Shifts TBC (will include evenings & weekends)
36 hours a week
Possible start date: Wednesday 30 October
Duration: 1 Year
Positions available: 2

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

To work directly with the service users, looking after their daily living needs and making sure that in conjunction with the manager and other staff, service users are safe, comfortable, healthy and as independent as possible. To work on a rota basis, being required to work some weekends and public holidays as part of a team whose aim is to promote the holistic well being of residents in accordance with the Care Standards Act (2000).

Your role will include:

To be observant and alert to any changes in condition of residents and report these to the manager/ senior staff immediately
To help with the physical, mental, emotional, cultural, religious and social care of frail, disabled and ill service users
To help service users with their personal and intimate care needs, giving assistance to feed, wash, dress and toilet those who are unable to do this fully for themselves, whilst also encouraging service users to do as much for themselves as possible (to remain independent) over a 24hr period according to rota requirement
To undertake risk assessments in conjunction with the manager/ senior staff
To understand and achieve good and appropriate continence, pressure care and nutrition standards
To understand and achieve good and appropriate moving and handling standards
To assist in the care of personal clothing and general linen by laundering, pressing, cleaning and repairing clothes as required
To assist with the preparation of meals, snacks and drinks for residents, visitors and staff
To assist with the laying of tables and the serving of meals to residents and to help the more independent to assist themselves
To assist with all cleaning and general maintenance tasks throughout the Home as directed by the manager/ senior staff
To assist with all laundry and related tasks (for example sluicing, washing, drying and ironing) as directed by the manager/ senior staff
To escort and assist residents, as required, in and around the Home (e.g. to and from bathroom, dining room, bedroom, gardens etc)
To on occasions escort and assist residents, as required, out of the Home (e.g. to and from hospital, home, or on trips out)
To help residents to keep a tidy and respectful appearance/ room
To talk to and encourage residents and family/ friends to engage with each other and with staff in appropriate social (everyday) contact
To find out what the residents enjoy to do, to ensure the information is recorded in computer system (in assessments and care plans) and to take part and encourage residents in social activities
To undertake all relevant duties on behalf of any long term, respite or day care attendees at the Home
To undertake all duties associated with the key worker
To undertake any other reasonable task requested/ required by the manager/ senior staff

Where you’ll work

Ashton Manor, Beales Lane, Wrecclesham

Farnham

GU10 4PY

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED

Your training course

Adult care worker (level 2)

Equal to GCSE

Course contents

Support individuals they are working with according to their personal care/support plan

Ask for help from an appropriate person when not confident or skilled in any aspect of their role

Provide individuals with information to enable them to have a choice about the way they are supported

Encourage individuals to participate in the way their care and support is delivered

Ensure the individual knows what they are agreeing to regarding the way in which they are supported

Contribute to the on-going development of care/support plans for the individual they support

Support individuals with cognitive, physical or sensory impairments

Ensure dignity is at the centre of all work with the individuals they support, their families, carers and advocates

Demonstrate all work is person centred, accommodating the individual’s needs, wishes and preferences

Demonstrate empathy (understanding and compassion) for individuals they support

Demonstrate courage in supporting people in ways that may challenge their personal/cultural beliefs

Speak clearly and exhibit positive non-verbal communication to individuals, families, carers and advocates

Use the preferred methods of communication of the individual they support according to their language, culture, sensory needs and their wishes

Identify and take steps to reduce environmental barriers to communication

Demonstrate they can check for understanding

Write clearly and concisely in records and reports

Keep information safe and confidential according to agreed ways of working

Recognise potential signs of different forms of abuse

Respond to concerns of abuse according to agreed ways of working

Recognise, report and challenge unsafe practices

Promote the health and wellbeing of the individual they support

Move people and objects safely

Demonstrate how to reduce the spread of infection, including use of best practice in hand hygiene

Demonstrate the promotion of healthy eating and wellbeing by ensuring individuals have access to fluids, food and nutrition

Demonstrate how to keep people, buildings and themselves safe and secure

Carry out fire safety procedures when required

Use risk assessments to support individuals safely

Recognise symptoms of cognitive impairment, e.g. Dementia, learning disabilities and mental health

Monitor and report changes in health and wellbeing for individuals they support

Reflect on your own work practices

Demonstrate the development of their own skills and knowledge, including core skills in writing, numbers and information technology

Demonstrate their contribution to their development plan

Demonstrate ability to work in partnership with others to support the individual

Identify sources of support when conflicts arise with other people or organisations

Demonstrate they can work within safe, clear professional boundaries

Show they can access and apply additional skills required to perform the specific job role competently

Your training plan

It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an overall achievement rate of 71.4%, exceeding the national average of 65.6%. Using a blended approach, learners are always at the forefront of our priorities. All learners are assigned a Personal Tutor who will be their main point of contact.

This involves regular catch-ups, check-in emails and calls. Your employer will agree to give you 20% of your working hours solely towards your study.

This will give you every chance to achieve the highest grade possible! On completion of this 12 month apprenticeship you will have gained; Adult Care Worker - Level 2 Apprenticeship

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

Other in:

Health and Social Care (grade Pass)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills

Other requirements

Working hours Please note that anyone under the age of 18 can only work a maximum of 40 hours per week. Any role which exceeds these hours should be amended accordingly, to fall in line with the legislation.

About this company

Formerly the residence of The Bishop of Winchester, this Grade II listed building offers a quiet retreat for our residents, nestled within manicured lawns and picturesque gardens. The home benefits from beautiful views of the local countryside and village surroundings, providing the perfect backdrop for our rooms. Ashton Manor is situated immediately next door to St Peter’s Church, and within walking distance of Wrecclesham village centre.

After this apprenticeship

Possibility of a full time role after the completion of the apprenticeship

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000276152.

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Closes on Wednesday 23 October

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