Peer Support Apprentice

Meet with individuals on a one-to-one or multi-agency basis to provide care and support as defined within the care plan Support and contribute to client care planning and risk management alongside the Support Worker roles To work directly with police, probation officers and youth offending teams, in custody, court and community settings The successful candidate needs to be capable of independent travel across the area to meet up with clients in community venues. This does not have to be by car, it could be using public transport and travel expenses will be covered

Training:

You will work towards a Level 2 qualification in Adult Care with a training provider. You will be supported by college tutors and assessors at agreed times throughout the week and allowed time for private study.

You will be required to achieve Level 2 in Functional Skills (maths and English) if you have not already done so and you will also be expected to complete all Humankind mandatory training as part of the role.

The apprentice will undertake the Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service process and provide the result prior to starting.

The individual must meet the 15 standards as set out in the Care Certificate. The Care Quality Commission expects that providers that employ healthcare assistants and social care support workers follow these standards to make sure new staff are supported, skilled and assessed as competent to carry out their roles.

The training schedule has yet to be agreed upon, further details will be made available at a later date.

Training Outcome:

The successful applicant will gain the skills and experience to allow them to apply for permanent roles within Humankind. The roles of Support Worker and Recovery Co-ordinator provide starting salaries ranging from £23,088 - £24,000 per year, so this is a great opportunity to start a new and rewarding career journey.

As this role is an apprenticeship, after 1 year of being on the apprenticeship wage you will then go on to the living wage for your age bracket.

Employer Description:
Humankind is a vibrant and growing charity with over 30 years experience working with individuals, families and communities affected by health and social inequalities across the country with a focus on improving peoples wellbeing. We have over 2000 staff and around 100 volunteers providing services for over 20,000 people. Our specialist services include substance use, clinical, employment training and education, housing services, housing support and health, young people and families’ services.

Working Hours :
30 hours per week across 5 days Monday to Friday. TBC.

Skills:
Communication skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Non judgemental,Patience