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Support Worker Apprentice MILESTONES TRUST
As a Support Worker Apprentice at Milestones Trust you will be working under the guidance of the Home/Service Management, learning and applying the skills of a Support Worker, studying towards an Lead Adult Care Worker Level 3.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 04 Mar 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£18,525.00
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Working week
Hours between 7am-9:30pm including weekends on a shift basis. Exact shift to be confirmed.
Total hours per week: 37.50
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Expected duration
18 Months
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Possible start date
11 Mar 2023
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Date posted
04 Nov 2022
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000103133
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
As a Support Worker Apprentice at Milestones Trust you will be working towards a Lead Adult Care Worker Level 3 alongside your daily roles and responsibilities.
Your daily roles will include;
- You will build strong professional relationships with the people you support. This will be
achieved by treating them with the dignity and respect alongside the appropriate
communication will assist service users in making informed decisions.
- You will take opportunities to develop positive and professional working relationships with
those you meet during your work, whilst attending and contributing positively and
constructively
at team meetings.
- You will take an active role in ensuring the delivery of an excellent service, by work being
undertaking willingly, with a readiness to go the extra mile.
- You will take responsibility for planning and organising your work, ensuring you are
punctual and use your own initiative.
- You will carry out a variety of administrative tasks relating to your role competently ad
efficiently.
The above roles will be supported by the following responsibilities;
- Undertake work experience, study, training and development focussed on becoming a
competent and effective Unsupervised Support Worker, able to deliver the Trust's standard
of support.
- Work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in the support and encouragement of
service users to define and develop their chosen lifestyle and ensure they take an active
part in
the planning of the service they want.
- Carry out activities in a safe way, always ensuring compliance with the Trust's policies and
procedures.
- To attend and actively participate in regular reviews with your line manager, mentor and
Lifetime Training.
- You will always follow the principles of Safeguarding Adults.
Flaxpits House is a residential home for younger adults with learning disabilities and associated complex needs. We support 10 individuals to live independent and fulfilling lives. Where appropriate, we also support people to move on to supported living and independent living services.
People we support are encouraged to develop new skills and to be as independent as possible. As an Apprentice Support Worker, you will assist with personal care and support those with mobility issues, using safe and approved moving and handling techniques. Full training will be provided in order to ensure the comfort of those we support and the confidence of our staff.
Why become an Apprentice Support Worker with Milestones Trust?
Full Time - 37.5 hours per week
Salary of £18,525 per annum plus £500 Welcome Bonus
Some of our best success stories come from people who started with us as an Apprentice, so what better way to gain a fully funded Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care whilst earning as you learn.
Becoming an Apprentice Support Worker is a great option for people who are new to the social care sector and are looking to develop your skills and knowledge to become a skilled and confident care worker. Previous apprentices have all taken on permanent roles with the Trust following the completion of their apprenticeship, some of which progressed on to other leadership and management roles within the Trust.
We recognise that without the hard work, commitment and passion given by our staff, we wouldn't be the charity that we are today.
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
Lead Adult Care Worker Level 3 Upskilling sessions in Maths and English throughout the apprenticeship.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Ongoing training and development.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
MILESTONES TRUST
Address
Flaxpits House
BS36 1LB
Training
Training provider
LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED
Apprenticeship standard
Lead adult care worker
Level 3 (A level)
Employer's Application Instructions
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 04 Mar 2023