Adult Care Worker Apprentice QUANTUM CARE LIMITED

You will use your enthusiasm and team skills to maintain a warm and caring atmosphere for all our residents as well as helping with anything from bathing, to basic house keeping duties, to the preparation of snacks. As a care worker with Quantum care you will be required to contribute to the creation of a pleasant environment by undertaking a variety of care and housekeeping duties whilst promoting the dignity, privacy, and encouragement of independence of residents.

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

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Closing date: 22 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £19,062.00

  • Working week

    Exact shift to be confirmed (Including Weekends)

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    29 Jun 2023

  • Date posted

    25 Apr 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000157697

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Key Responsibilities:

  • To work under the supervision of the Care Team Manager to provide quality care by attending to residents' physical and personal needs including washing, dressing, bathing, toileting, feeding and any other personal needs
  • To listen to and always respect the individual’s rights to privacy and dignity; to help everyone overcome any anxieties and to enjoy the facilities of the Home whilst retaining as much of their own independence as possible
  • To encourage contacts with friends and family, activities in the community and personal shopping
  • To help with the preparation and serving of meals and other appropriate domestic tasks as necessary, within the guidelines of the Hygiene Regulations
  • To help with basic housekeeping duties such as making beds, care of linen/laundry and clothing and tidying residents' rooms in order to maintain a high standard of cleanliness throughout the Home, in accordance with the guidelines on the use of cleaning materials and equipment
  • To participate in staff meetings, training and development and staff supervision
  • To comply with all standard procedures concerning the residents' health and welfare
  • To identify and meet the social, emotional, and cultural needs of residents and participate in the organisation of social and recreational activities
  • To contribute to the preparation and review of individual customer’s care plans
  • To assist with the distribution of medication in accordance with the standard procedures, under the general supervision of the Care Team Manager
  • To undertake any other duties, depending on skills and competency, to enable the efficient running of the Home

Things to consider:

  • Care staff work a variety of shifts including every other weekend
  • Your rota will also mean you will be working some Bank Holidays
  • At Quantum Care, you will be working towards an Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship Level 2 standard over the course of 15 months

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

  • Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship Standard Level 2
  • Functional Skills in maths and English

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Qualified Care Workers can progress to Senior Carers or Care Team Managers

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills

Qualifications

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

About the employer

Quantum Care is a not for profit company which allows us to focus on what’s best for our residents, rather than what’s best for shareholders. Central to who we are is our commitment to person centred care, a goal we achieve by following our Rhythm of Life initiative.

Employer

QUANTUM CARE LIMITED

Address

Quantum Care Ltd

Harpenden

AL5 5SD

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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: 22 Jun 2023