Apprentice Support Worker
THE BRIDGE COMMUNITY CARE LIMITED
CASTLEFORD, WF10 3AF
Closes on Saturday 30 November
Posted on 1 October 2024
Contents
Summary
The apprenticeship is for a Level 2 Adult Care Worker Apprentice with the opportunity to progress onto a Level 3 Care Diploma. Career progression through to management positions is encouraged. The successful candidate will provide assistance as a care worker, encouraging participation and engagement to enhance overall well-being.
- Annual wage
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£24,960 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
Hourly rate will be £12.00 per hour rising to £12.50 on successful completion of six month probation period.
- Training course
- Adult care worker (level 2)
- Hours
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Shift Pattern working week to be confirmed (TBC).
40 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Sunday 1 December
- Duration
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1 Year
- Positions available
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6
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
Areas of responsibility:
- Engagement Activities: Organise and participate in a variety of activities tailored to the interests and abilities of individuals we support.
- Foster a supportive and stimulating atmosphere conducive to social interaction and mental stimulation.
- Encourage participation and engagement to enhance overall well-being.
- Meal Preparation: Plan and prepare nutritious meals and snacks based on dietary requirements and preferences.
- Ensure food safety standards are upheld during food handling, storage, and preparation.
- Accommodate special dietary needs as directed by healthcare professionals.
- Environmental Hygiene: Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic environment throughout the site.
- Perform regular cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping, dusting, and sanitising surfaces.
- Monitor and address any environmental hazards or safety concerns promptly.
- Personal Care: Provide assistance with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of daily activities, observations, and any significant changes in health or behaviour. Document meal consumption, medication administration, and any incidents or accidents that occur. Ensuring information is readily accessible to relevant parties.
- Incident Reporting: Promptly report any incidents, accidents, or issues that arise during support duties. Document incidents thoroughly, including details of what occurred, individuals involved, and any actions taken. Communicate with supervisors, healthcare professionals, and family members as appropriate to ensure timely resolution of issues.
Where you’ll work
51A WESTMEAD
CASTLEFORD
WF10 3AF
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
YORKSHIRE TRAINING PARTNERSHIP LIMITED
Your training course
Adult care worker (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
Your training plan
- Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship Standard (Level 2)
- Full-time roles - 40 hours per week with time allocated for completing your portfolio
- The apprentice will receive a Level 2 Diploma qualification in Care after completion
- Training schedule has yet to be agreed upon, further details will be made available at a later date
Requirements
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
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
About this company
The Bridge provides community based registered care services for people with learning disabilities, autism and associated complex care needs. We provide personalised outcome based support to enable individuals with significant care and support needs to live safely, happily and successfully in the community.
After this apprenticeship
Opportunity to progress to Management positions in each residential care home and beyond in central support roles (training, behavioural team, HR, quality & compliance). Management positions start at Team Leader level (£29k p/a pre overtime) up to £50k+ for Registered Manager positions.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
YORKSHIRE TRAINING PARTNERSHIP LIMITED
Brett Bate
brett.bate@yorkshiretrainingpartnership.com
01709871872
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000279865.
Apply now
Closes on Saturday 30 November
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