Health and Social Care Apprenticeship - Farnham

To work directly with the service users, looking after their daily living needs and making sure that in conjunction with the manager and other staff, service users are safe, comfortable, healthy and as independent as possible. To work on a rota basis, being required to work some weekends and public holidays as part of a team whose aim is to promote the holistic well being of residents in accordance with the Care Standards Act (2000).

Your role will include:

To be observant and alert to any changes in condition of residents and report these to the manager/ senior staff immediately To help with the physical, mental, emotional, cultural, religious and social care of frail, disabled and ill service users To help service users with their personal and intimate care needs, giving assistance to feed, wash, dress and toilet those who are unable to do this fully for themselves, whilst also encouraging service users to do as much for themselves as possible (to remain independent) over a 24hr period according to rota requirement To undertake risk assessments in conjunction with the manager/ senior staff To understand and achieve good and appropriate continence, pressure care and nutrition standards To understand and achieve good and appropriate moving and handling standards To assist in the care of personal clothing and general linen by laundering, pressing, cleaning and repairing clothes as required To assist with the preparation of meals, snacks and drinks for residents, visitors and staff To assist with the laying of tables and the serving of meals to residents and to help the more independent to assist themselves To assist with all cleaning and general maintenance tasks throughout the Home as directed by the manager/ senior staff To assist with all laundry and related tasks (for example sluicing, washing, drying and ironing) as directed by the manager/ senior staff To escort and assist residents, as required, in and around the Home (e.g. to and from bathroom, dining room, bedroom, gardens etc) To on occasions escort and assist residents, as required, out of the Home (e.g. to and from hospital, home, or on trips out) To help residents to keep a tidy and respectful appearance/ room To talk to and encourage residents and family/ friends to engage with each other and with staff in appropriate social (everyday) contact To find out what the residents enjoy to do, to ensure the information is recorded in computer system (in assessments and care plans) and to take part and encourage residents in social activities To undertake all relevant duties on behalf of any long term, respite or day care attendees at the Home To undertake all duties associated with the key worker To undertake any other reasonable task requested/ required by the manager/ senior staff

Training:

It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an overall achievement rate of 71.4%, exceeding the national average of 65.6%. Using a blended approach, learners are always at the forefront of our priorities. All learners are assigned a Personal Tutor who will be their main point of contact.

This involves regular catch-ups, check-in emails and calls. Your employer will agree to give you 20% of your working hours solely towards your study.

This will give you every chance to achieve the highest grade possible! On completion of this 12 month apprenticeship you will have gained; Adult Care Worker - Level 2 Apprenticeship 

Training Outcome:

Possibility of a full time role after the completion of the apprenticeship

Employer Description:
Formerly the residence of The Bishop of Winchester, this Grade II listed building offers a quiet retreat for our residents, nestled within manicured lawns and picturesque gardens. The home benefits from beautiful views of the local countryside and village surroundings, providing the perfect backdrop for our rooms. Ashton Manor is situated immediately next door to St Peter’s Church, and within walking distance of Wrecclesham village centre.

Working Hours :
Shifts TBC (will include evenings & weekends)

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills