Support Worker Apprenticeship HATZFELD CARE LIMITED

Great opportunity to join a respected company within the Health Care sector. As an apprentice Support Worker you will be part of a team supporting residents of Hatzfeld Care homes. You will trained to provide practical support as well as encouraging independence of the residents. You will liaise with professionals to develop care & personal plans.

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Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £21,840.00

    Day £11.20ph / £21,840 p/year. Night £11.90ph / £23,205 p/year. Mileage paid over 5m. Life insurance, Company pension, Meals provided, 24/7 counselling, On-site carpark, Monthly bonus, Refer a friend scheme up to £250, Cycle2work scheme.

  • Working week

    Working days are Monday - Sunday. Working dayshift typically 7am - 7pm. Working nightshift typically 7pm - 7am. Working weekly hours up to 40 hrs per week, dependant on location. Applicants under 18yrs cannot work nightshift.

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    12 Months

  • Possible start date

    25 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    15 Aug 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000191073

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

As an apprentice Support worker, you will be trained to be able to:

  • Provide support and encouragement in tasks of household, personal and group management.
  • Reinforce skills already learned.
  • Become a Key worker with a Resident and planning and organising their care.
  • Liaise with professional and other significant people.
  • Assist to develop, prepare, monitor, maintain and review care and personal plans.
  • Attend interviews and other meetings.
  • Work on a flexible basis as required by the Registered Manager.
  • Become involved in regular supervision sessions with the Registered Manager.
  • Attend all training courses provided by the company.
  • Attend and support residents' house meetings.
  • Attend and participate in staff meetings.
  • Be responsible for adhering to the home's philosophy, policies, and procedures.
  • Administer/assist in administration of medication and maintain medication records. 

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

Your apprenticeship training will take place within the workplace. You will work alongside friendly, experienced Hatzfeld staff members who will be there to support you, in addition to the continuous support provided by the teaching staff from Springfield Training. You will be fully supported as you work towards gaining this valuable Level 2 Adult Care Worker qualification.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

There is an opportunity for the right candidate to continue within the company once the apprenticeship has been successfully completed. 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Team working, Non judgemental, Patience, Reliable & Trustworthy, Enthusiastic and motivated, Confident communication skills, Positive work ethic, Caring, Ability to work in a team, Dementia experience desirable

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4-9 / C or above) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4-9 / C or above) Desired

Things to consider

Please send a copy of your cv to darren@springfieldtraining.com to support your application.

About the employer

At Hatzfeld Care, we provide residential care for adults with varying needs such as Asperger’s, Schizophrenia or eating disorders to age-related illnesses or Dementia. With residential care services in Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire and East Yorkshire we have a wide range of different career opportunities available supporting adults with varying levels of need. A person-centred care plan is produced tailored to each individual’s specific needs.

Employer

HATZFELD CARE LIMITED

Address

Willis Lodge Residential Home

17 St Thomas Avenue

Kirkby in Ashfield

NG17 7DX

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Training

Training provider

SPRINGFIELD TRAINING LIMITED

Contact

Darren

darren@springfieldtraining.com

07935 711 153

Apprenticeship standard

Adult care worker

Level 2 (GCSE)

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