Adult Care / Health Care Assistant Apprenticeship (Prefer Homes) PREFER HOMES LTD
A fantastic role working with 16 - 18 LAC males in a supported living environment, helping to ensure the males in our care can reach their full potential by ensuring that they are fully competent in all aspects of independent living & are able to go on to live fully independent lives post 18. A very rewarding & satisfying role for the right person.
Closing date: 15 Dec 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£10,158.72
Wages explained
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
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Working week
Working 5 shifts a week on a 7 day rota, running Monday - Sunday. Shifts run any time between 8.00am - 8.00pm.
Total hours per week: 37.0
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Expected duration
12 Months
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Possible start date
08 Jan 2024
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Date posted
17 Nov 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000212894
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Positions
1 available
What you will do in your working day
- Ensure all essential admin is completed
- Ensure that all room checks have been completed thoroughly
- To adhere to all policies and procedures set out by Prefer Homes
- Collect donations of food or other items as instructed
- Ensure all care plans are up to date and updated during your shift
- To organise activities for the day
- Advocate for clients for booking appointments, telephone calls and benefit claims
- Liaise with external agencies
- Promote a healthy lifestyle
- Cleaning duties
The training you will be getting
Working towards the Adult Care Level 2 Apprenticeship, you will complete the following:
- Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Care
- Functional skills in maths and English (if required)
- Care Certificate
You will also complete on and off the job training. Training will take place at the training centre and in the workplace and be delivered by our training staff and staff from the Care Home.
You will be required to produce a showcase portfolio of evidence and complete an end point assessment at the end of your Apprenticeship which will be graded pass, merit or distinction.
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
For the right candidate, there are prospects for progression into education, training or full-time work.
This could be a Level 3 Lead Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship or employment.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C or 4 or above or equivalent) Desired
About the employer
Employer
PREFER HOMES LTD
https://www.preferhomes.co.uk/
Address
54 YARM ROAD
STOCKTON ON TEES
TS18 3PQ
Training
Training provider
DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL
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
Contact
Graham Curry
graham.curry@darlington.gov.uk
07949845325
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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