Care Assistant Apprentice CARE UK COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS LTD

If you're passionate, caring and looking for a rewarding career all whilst earning as you learn, then join Care UK and undertake an apprenticeship and make a real difference. Come and join the residential care provider of the year at our Bowes House Care Home as a care assistant and get a £1,500 welcome bonus and a £500 refer a friend bonus! Duties include helping residents to remain as active and independent as possible, respecting residents’ rights of choice, privacy and dignity and working as part of a team to identify residents’ unique goals and implement personalised care plans.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 21 Apr 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £16,770.00

    £10.75 per hour.

  • Working week

    30 hours per week. Exact shifts to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    28 Apr 2023

  • Date posted

    31 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000128172

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

The Care UK apprenticeship programme begins with a 12-week induction. This combines practical training with e-learning and sessions with a shadow coach to give you the basic skills you’ll need. Once you’ve completed this, you’ll start on the job. Working as part of a friendly, close-knit care team, you’ll learn how to provide high quality care to residents in a safe manner. At the same time, we’ll give you the support you need to make a success of your apprenticeship. You’ll attend regular training workshops and you’ll have a learning coach to encourage and support you.

We have our own Learning Academy to provide excellent training and induction programs for all new staff members, meaning we will give you all the tools and knowledge you need to have a successful career with us. Our high quality, innovative training and coaching will support the development of your skills throughout your career with us.

We see the potential in everyone, let us help fulfil yours.

Here's what you can benefit from working with Care UK:

  • Full-time minimum of 12 month’s apprenticeship (minimum 30 hours per week)
  • Competitive pay
  • High quality 12-week induction
  • Supportive learning coach
  • Enrolment in an Adult Care Worker Level 2 Apprenticeship
  • Option to apply and move on for a Level 3 Apprenticeship (if successful at Level 2)
  • Opportunity to work towards a clinical or management role
  • Wagestream – a money management app that gives you instant access to your pay
  • Award Winning Care Provider (Residential Care Provider of the Year - Health Investor Awards 2022 & more)
  • Long service awards
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Concerts for Carers (apply for free tickets to concerts at a various venues)
  • Competitive refer a friend bonus
  • GEM Awards - we recognise colleagues who go the extra mile
  • Hundreds of online and in-store discounts
  • Cycle 2 work scheme
  • Annual purchase holiday scheme
  • Wellbeing support
  • Pension contribution
  • Free uniform
  • Access to PPE

What you’ll be doing:

  • Helping residents to remain as active and independent as possible
  • Respecting residents’ rights of choice, privacy and dignity
  • Support residents with personal care and mealtimes
  • Working as part of a team to identify residents’ unique goals and implement personalised care plans
  • Working flexibly to help residents explore new interests, engage in physical activities, and make sure they enjoy themselves in a stimulating and homely environment

So, if you're passionate, caring and looking for a rewarding career, please click the apply button to speak to one of our team for more information.

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

  • Adult Care Level 2
  • Individuals without level 1 English and maths will need to achieve this level and take the test for level 2 English and maths prior to taking the end-point assessment

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Ongoing development and support.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Customer care skills, Team working, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent None Required (Grade C/4) Desired

Things to consider

Care UK is committed to ensuring that it employs people with the right mix of talent, skills and potential and will assess every applicant fairly regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, responsibilities for dependents, age, physical/mental disability or offending background. Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent you from working with us, it will depend on the nature of the role and background of any offence.

About the employer

Bowes House care home in Hailsham blends old and new – it incorporates part of the old Lynn brewery buildings, dating from 1887 – but step inside and you’ll discover how this beautiful, purpose-built care home embodies the very latest and best in care for older people. We provide a wide range of services to cater for different needs, from short respite stays, through to full time nursing and residential care. We are also highly experienced in delivering care for people with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Our carers undertake special experiential dementia training, developed by our own in-house experts, and this gives us real insight into what life is like for people living with this condition.

Employer

CARE UK COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS LTD

Address

Bowes House

Hailsham

BN27 1DU

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Training

Training provider

LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Adult care worker

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 21 Apr 2023