Support Worker Apprentice Milestones Trust - 16 Cleeve Hill

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.

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Closing date: 04 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £20,319.00

  • Working week

    Hours between 7am-9:30pm including weekends on a shift basis. Exact shift to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 37.50

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    11 Jun 2023

  • Date posted

    16 Mar 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000146098

  • 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 over the course of 15 months 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.

 

Cleeve Hill is a small home in the heart of Downend, it is home to 5 individuals who each lead very different lives. The people we support at Cleeve Hill have a dual diagnosis of learning disabilities and mental health support needs and we use person-centred principles to offer support in a way that works for each individual.

An Apprentice Support Worker at Cleeve Hill will be required to support individuals engage with various aspects of their lives, making every day different. Activities and duties will include; being out and about within the community; engaging in recreational activities within the home; aiding with life skills or keeping the house safe by upholding policies.

Why become an Apprentice Support Worker with Milestones Trust?

Full Time - 37.5 hours per week

Salary of £20,319 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.

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

Lead Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship L3 including Functional Skills in Maths and English

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Ongoing training and development.


Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Team Working, Organisation Skills

Qualifications

Other None required (Grade None required) Desired

Things to consider

The key dates shown are to be used as a guide only, should the right candidate be found, the vacancy may close early.

About the employer

Where others see obstacles, Milestones Trust see opportunities. More than ever, people in our society need what we have to offer: the expertise, experience, and empathy to bring about real, lasting, positive change. It can be the smallest of steps or the greatest of strides. Always, it's about moving forward, achieving one milestone after another, building momentum.

Employer

Milestones Trust - 16 Cleeve Hill

Address

16 Cleeve Hill

BS16 6HN

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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 now

Closing date: 04 Jun 2023