Adult Care Worker Apprentice ASHWELL HOME CARE LIMITED

To share with other staff in meeting the personal care needs of service users in a way that respects the dignity of the individual and promotes independence and to help in the general day-to-day activities of the home.

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Closing date: 30 Jan 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £14,560.00

  • Working week

    7 Hour shifts, 5 out of 7 days Mon- Fri on shift pattern, will include weekends. Shifts TBC.

    Total hours per week: 35.0

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Feb 2024

  • Date posted

    27 Mar 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000148870

  • Positions

    2 available

What you will do in your working day

Principal Responsibilities

1. To assist service users who need help with getting up in the morning, dressing, undressing, washing, bathing and the toilet.

2. To help service users with mobility problems and other physical disabilities, including incontinence; help in use and care of aids and personal equipment.

3. To care for service users who are temporarily sick and needing, for example, minor dressings, bed nursing, help with feeding, etc.

4. To help care for service users.

5. To help in the promotion of mental and physical activity of service users through talking to them, taking them out, sharing with them in activities such as reading, writing, hobbies and recreations.

6. To make and change beds; tidy rooms; do light cleaning and empty commodes.

7. To inspect and launder service users' clothing.

The training you will be getting

  • Apprenticeship Adult Care Worker Level 2 Relevant workplace training
  • Functional Skills if required

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

A full time role will be available to the successful candidate at the end of the apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Administrative skills, Attention to detail, Communication skills, Creative, Customer care skills, Initiative, Non judgemental, Organisation skills, Patience, Presentation skills, Problem solving skills, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) Desired

Things to consider

DBS will be required for this role.

About the employer

We're Ashwell Home Care Services. A family run care provider in Malvern and the surrounding areas. We provide a range of care and support services for our older clients who live in their own homes. Our main priority for this job role is to find some great new care workers people with the right values, behaviours and attitudes that match our own. could this be you? You don't need to have previous experience in this field, nor do you need qualifications. You just need a big heart. We will work with you to provide all the necessary training and qualifications to make you an excellent care worker If you want to enhance the lives of others within your community by aiding with their personal care, support with domestic duties, or simply having a cuppa and a good natter then we will be your perfect employment match!

Employer

ASHWELL HOME CARE LIMITED

Address

Open Space Business Centre

Willow End Park

Blackmore Park Road

WR13 6NN

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Training

Training provider

P.T.P. TRAINING LIMITED

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Adult care worker

Level 2 (GCSE)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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