Apprentice Care Assistant HIGHFIELD HOUSE RESIDENTIAL CARE HOME LTD

Apprentice Carer required to support our friendly, established staff team in providing excellent standards of care to 22 people who live at Highfield House. The successful applicant will have a genuine interest in working in Health and Social Care, with older people. We are looking for someone who is respectful, caring and has a sense of humour! Duties include: To assist people who need help or reassurance and maintain confidential recording systems.

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Closing date: 12 May 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,654.80

    3 enhancements for additional hours and bank holidays

  • Working week

    Shifts are 6.45am-2.15pm or 2pm-9pm or 2pm-10pm Days TBC

    Total hours per week: 30.0

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    22 May 2023

  • Date posted

    01 Feb 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000128365

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

The post is to assist people who need help with all personal care needs which includes getting up in the morning or going to bed at night, dressing/undressing, bathing, washing and going to the toilet.

  • To assist people with mealtimes
  • To assist people who need help or reassurance
  • Maintain confidential recording systems
  • To launder service users’ clothing
  • To undertake domestic duties
  • To offer drinks, light refreshments to service users as required
  • To support people with social activities and exercising and going on outings
  • Maintaining a high level of cleanliness and hygiene within the home
  • To attend Care meetings and staff training and supervision sessions
  • To support the staff team in maintaining a high standard of care and support for the people who live at Highfield House

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

The apprenticeship training is delivered through a combination of workplace learning and regular college attendance. This training will teach you the knowledge, skills and behaviours set out in the Level 3 adult care worker standard. On completion the apprentice will receive level 3 adult care worker qualification. Functional Skills in Maths and English may also be required depending on current level.   

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

There may be the possibility of employment within Highfield House in the future depending on the apprentice’s willingness to learn and develop within the role.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade C/4) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C/4) Essential

Things to consider

You MUST be prepared to commit to your work and training for the duration of the apprenticeship. You will be required to have a telephone interview with Yeovil College prior to your application being passed on. If a suitable candidate is found prior to the advertised closing date, it may close earlier so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

About the employer

We aim to provide a secure, warm and friendly environment where excellent person-centred care and support is offered and where staff recognise and appreciate the unique qualities and needs of each individual living at Highfield House. We recognise that dignity, privacy, rights, independence, choice and fulfilment are the key principles of our care and the core fundamental values of our philosophy.

Employer

HIGHFIELD HOUSE RESIDENTIAL CARE HOME LTD

Address

HIGHFIELD HOUSE

HIGH ST

CASTLE CARY

BA7 7AN

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Training

Training provider

YEOVIL COLLEGE

Contact

Nikita Thomas

Nikita.thomas@yeovil.ac.uk

01935845421

Apprenticeship standard

Lead adult care worker

Level 3 (A level)

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