Peer Support Apprentice - Gillingham

As a Peer Support Apprentice, your duties will include:
- You will ensure that we are able to provide specialist, tailored support to enable service users to make positive changes and give us the knowledge and resources to be able to reach and engage people with a range of needs within our communities
- You will support the building, developing and strengthening of sustainable peer-led recovery support and communities across Dorset, whilst working towards a recognised qualification in Adult Care
- You will ensure that you have a “whole person” holistic focus, with an understanding that services need to include all areas of wellbeing, not just substance use, to achieve the best possible outcomes for every person

Training:

You will study the level 2 Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship, as well as completing our in-house training programme. This will earn a level 2 Diploma in Care qualification, alongside Functional Skills level 2 in English and maths if required. Training delivery method to be confirmed.

Training Outcome:
Following the apprenticeship candidates could become a support worker or recovery coordinator in one of our services

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 people’s wellbeing. Humankind is one of England’s most successful home-grown charities. We have over 2000 staff and around 100 volunteers providing services for over 20,000 people. As well as the Gillingham apprentice location the other role is located at Weymouth Coffee Tavern, 24 High West Street, Weymouth, DT4 8JH.

Working Hours :
Monday- Thursday (9am -5pm)

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