Adult Care Work Apprentice INTACARE LTD
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. Care provided by care assistants is expected to include care that would reasonably be given by members of the service user's family.
Closing date: 30 Jan 2024
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£11,700.00
£11,700.00 (under 18) , £16,255.20 (18+)
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Working week
Day shifts between 07:45 -20:00). Days and shifts TBC.
Total hours per week: 30.0
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Expected duration
18 Months
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Possible start date
01 Feb 2024
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Date posted
25 Sep 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000201009
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Positions
6 available
What you will do in your working day
Principal Responsibilities:
- To assist service users who need help with getting up in the morning, dressing, undressing, washing, bathing and the toilet
- To help service users with mobility problems and other physical disabilities, including incontinence; help in use and care of aids and personal equipment
- To care for service users who are temporarily sick and needing, for example, minor dressings, bed nursing, help with feeding, etc.
- To help care for service users
- 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
- To make and change bed, tidy rooms, do light cleaning and empty commodes
- To inspect, launder and mend service users' clothing
The training you will be getting
- Adult Care Level 2 Apprenticeship
- Functional Skills in maths and English if required
- On and off the job training and location to be confirmed
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
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
INTACARE LTD
Address
BROOM HOUSE
BROOMHILL RD
OLD WHITTINGTON
S41 9EB
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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