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Healthcare Support Worker Apprentice HOUSE OF CARE SERVICES LTD

We are looking for a Domiciliary Support worker to provide support to individuals in their own homes. Duties will include: Assisting with personal care, Washing and dressing, Catheter care, Administering medication, Use of equipment assisting with safe transfers.

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Closing date: 26 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,580.00

    Apprentices will be paid between £165 - £360 per week, depending on experience.

  • Working week

    Alternating shifts, patterns TBC.

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    05 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    03 May 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000041220

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Assisting with personal care
  • Washing and dressing
  • Catheter care
  • Administering medication
  • Use of equipment assisting with safe transfers
  • Preparing food and drinks
  • Reporting any concerns to management.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

You will study things such as the principles of healthcare and safeguarding, person-centred care & support, physiological measurements, basic life support, dementia, cognitive & mental health support, moving, handling and infection control, supporting daily living, lifespan development and healthcare needs, duty of care and legislation.

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship programme, you will achieve a Level 2 or 3 qualification and a TQUK Diploma in Care.

 

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship programme, you will have acheived qualifications and gained valuable work experience, giving you a good start to a career in caregiving. 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Patience, Reliability

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths & English (Grade C/4) Desired

Things to consider

Additonal perks/benefits: Mileage paid weekly 28 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays Ongoing training Flexible working to work around your commitments.

About the employer

We are a domiciliary care agency providing care to the elderly in their own homes, This includes personal care, use of equipment, Administering medication, preparing food and drinks, ordering medication, calling Nurses/GP's and other professionals.

Employer

HOUSE OF CARE SERVICES LTD

Address

GROUND FLOOR

8 THE COURTYAR

BUNTSFORD DRIVE

B60 3DJ

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Training

Training provider

IMPACT FUTURES TRAINING LIMITED

Contact

Mya

mya.howard@impactfutures.co.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Healthcare support worker

Level 2 (GCSE)

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