Health and Social Care Apprenticeship (Domiciliary) - Fareham – Find an apprenticeship

Summary

AQS Homecare - Fareham are looking for an Apprentice Care Assistant (Domiciliary). You will be studying toward your Level 2 Apprenticeship. No experience required. 18+ only due to the nature and requirements of the role.

Annual wage: £18,772 a year
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Training course: Adult care worker (level 2)
Hours: Days, Evenings & Weekends
30 hours a week
Possible start date: Sunday 9 February
Duration: 1 year
Positions available: 1

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

Work with a family run business with experienced and compassionate staff who are committed to quality care and support

Your role will inclide;

You will be responsible to the Senior Carer/Care Coordinator and through her/him to the Home Care Manager.
To be reliable, punctual and conscientious in visiting Service Users in their own homes and providing a range of services which will require you to work flexibly and unsocial hours, morning/evenings/weekends/bank holidays.
To abide by and uphold the Company’s ethics regarding equal opportunities, Service User choice.
Establish a supportive relationship with the Service User and their carers.
Maintaining professional boundaries at all times.
Attend Staff Meetings
Report to your line Manager any concerns in relation to Service Users, Health & Safety
To assist Senior Carer/Care Coordinators and the Home Care Manager in the completion and updating of Care Plans
To abide by legislative duties regarding Quality and Safeguarding
To bring to the attention of your line manager any concerns you have relating to Service Users, yourself or other members of staff
To comply with all Company policies and procedures at all times with special reference to Health & Safety and abide by the Company’s no lifting policy.
To undertake training to enable the company to comply with its legislative requirements
To complete the Company’s administration procedures and report writing correctly and on time.
To comply with the Company’s dress code including wearing company uniform and identification badge.
To cover for other staff members when they are on holiday or off sick.
To accept responsibility for working in isolated situations with Service Users and to bring to the attention of your line manager any concerns regarding health, safety hazards and risks.
Any other tasks which the Company designates as relevant to the position

Benefits Include;

Free staff wellbeing and counselling service
Work within the area of our local branch
Continued professional development opportunities up to level 5 in Adult Social care
Rewarding role supporting vulnerable adults to live independently in their homes and community.
Full Induction of Care Certificate.
Access to register for Blue light shopping discount
Annual leave
Every day is different and dynamic

Where you’ll work

A Q S Homecare, 5 The Potteries, Wickham Road

Fareham

PO16 7ET

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

Paragon Skills is a leading national Apprenticeship training provider, supporting over 4,000 learners and 1,500 organisations. Paragon Skills has some of the highest success and achievement rates in the industry.

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, including Functional Skills in English and maths if required.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

Other in:

Health and Social Care (grade Pass)
Drivers Licence (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

AQS Homecare, established in 1994, offers domiciliary care services, prioritizing independence for clients. While primarily serving Local Authorities and NHS, the private market is expanding. With over 20 years of experience, our branches boast dedicated staff ensuring quality care.

After this apprenticeship

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

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000280629.

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Closes on Sunday 2 February

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