Adult Care Worker Apprentice (Moorlands Care Home)

Summary

Are you a caring person? Do you enjoy helping others? If so Moorlands have the job for you! You will develop your knowledge of adult care whilst learning practical skills when assisting the residents with their daily routine... apply now! Full training will be given including the Care Certificate & the Adult Care Worker Level 2 Diploma.

Annual wage: £9,984 a year
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Training course: Adult care worker (level 2)
Hours: Varying rota which will include weekends and bank holidays. Days and shifts to be confirmed.
30 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 9 December
Duration: 1 year 3 months
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

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

Duties include, but are not restricted to:

To assist the daily routine of the care home
To assist residents in all aspects of their personal care
To assist in activities
To maintain good levels of housekeeping
To maintain good levels of hygiene
To assist residents with their mobility needs
To assist residents during mealtimes, this may include serving meals or supporting the individual to eat and drink
Some recording of information into appropriate documents
Maintain confidentiality

Where you’ll work

57-61 STANHOPE ROAD NORTH

DARLINGTON

DL3 7AP

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

DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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

The training will be delivered across a 15 month period. Six hours per week will be allocated to developing the skills, knowledge and behaviours through on site training, self study/ research and drop in sessions at the training centre. A full training plan will be provided at enrolment, bespoke to the individuals needs based on a vocational initial assessment.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 1+/G+)
maths (grade 1+/G+)

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
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

Other requirements

You will may be required to attend Learning & Skills training centre in Darlington (DL1 5AJ) and you may need to make your own way there for training. Travel to and from the employer, based at 57-61 Stanhope Road, Darlington (DL3 7AP). This is a professional environment whereby you will be expected to adhere to those duties outlined in your job description. The position is subject to a DBS check prior to being offered a start date.

About this company

Moorlands Care Home are a small 19 bed, family run care home in Darlington overlooking Stanhope Park. They are dedicated in providing exceptional care for our residents. The warm and friendly atmosphere combined with highly trained staff ensures that all residents feel at home and receive the best possible care. At Moorlands Care Home, they understand that every resident is unique, and that is why they provide person-centred care, tailored to each individual’s needs. The team of compassionate staff providing 24-hour care, ensuring that residents are comfortable and safe at all times. Moorlands are proud to offer a range of services to residents, including residential care, dementia care, respite care, and day care. The beautiful and spacious accommodation ensures that all our residents feel at home, and our extensive range of activities ensures that they have plenty of opportunities to socialize, learn, and have fun. We are committed to providing a high standard of care, and our staff are dedicated to ensuring that all our residents receive the best possible care and attention. We welcome you to come and visit our care home and see for yourself why Moorlands Care Home is the perfect choice for your loved ones.

http://www.moorlandscare.co.uk (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Succesful completion could lead to:

Adult Care Worker Level 3 Apprenticeship
Full-time employment with further training

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

Graham Curry

graham.curry@darlington.gov.uk

07949845325

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000287914.

Apply now

Closes in 9 days (Monday 2 December at 11:59pm)

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