Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship Mediline Supported Living

Mediline is looking for flexible, reliable, enthusiastic, compassionate, caring people to join our team. We provide a 24-hour support service to adults with disabilities in various settings such as within the person's home, group services, within the community or supporting people with activities, in the community and at work placements.

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Closing date: 09 Jan 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £17,004.00

  • Working week

    Candidate would need to be aged 18 and over, with doing nights and sleep ins. Shifts TBC.

    Total hours per week: 30.0

  • Expected duration

    12 Months

  • Possible start date

    10 Jan 2024

  • Date posted

    21 Sep 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000200039

  • Positions

    6 available

What you will do in your working day

  • To support people with disabilities
  • To provide opportunities which enable people to become active and valued members of their communities
  • To maximise the safety of the person supported, staff, and the community within a risk enablement culture which supports people to achieve positive outcomes in their lives
  • To complete and/or maintain accurate records
  • To carry out and record financial expenditure on behalf of the of person
  • Daily records - personal care records, team communication records, progress reports etc.
  • To carry out and record administration of medication and to ensure any changes are kept updated
  • To follow and update person centred plans
  • To follow and update care and support plans
  • To ensure needs from the health action plan are implemented and kept updated where applicable
  • To follow and implement Risk Assessments 
  • To work collaboratively with families, other professionals and providers 
  • To enable people supported to maintain their Tenancies, home environment and provide support in domestic and social needs promote good relationships with third parties e.g., neighbours, landlords 
  • To respect people supported rights to privacy and to ensure their dignity is maintained at all times in order to meet their identified needs, as detailed in their support plan, including: physical support particularly in relation to moving and handling

The training you will be getting

  • The apprentice will be undertaking a Level 2 Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship Standard

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • Potential full-time role on completion of apprenticeship

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Customer care skills, Presentation skills, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 3) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 3) Essential

Things to consider

All successful applications are subject to DBS and pre-employment checks. Full driving licence and own vehicle is preferable but not essential. Most be positive about disabilities Must be reliable in attendance as people are vulnerable

About the employer

Do you have great people skills? Could you make a difference to someone’s life by enabling people to “Live their life to the full”? We are looking for people who know ASHTON IN MAKERFIELD, whose local knowledge can enrich the lives of the people we support. Mediline Supported Living Ltd can offer you full training and support.

Employer

Mediline Supported Living

Address

Vermont House

Bradley Lane Industrial Estate

Standish

WN6 0XF

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Training

Training provider

WIGAN AND LEIGH COLLEGE

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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