Level 2 Care Adult Care worker Apprentice Mansfield

Caring for our Residents

Support residents with all aspects of daily living (including personal care). To be involved in the planning of residents’ care and to give input during daily report sessions. Promote good practice in all aspects of care, and challenge poor practise from other team members. Adhering to Infection Control Practices as per policy for both the residents, you and your colleagues.

Training

To keep all mandatory training up to date and complete additional training as required, including Infection Control, Manual Handling and Health & Safety. To attend face to face training sessions as needed.

Teamwork

To support Team Members and contribute to the smooth running of the shift. To keep the Home Manager up to date with shift availability and contact details. Ensure the Home Manager is kept fully informed of the job holder’s concerns, ambitions and development requirements.

Communication

Ensure the Senior Care Assistant is kept fully informed of all major developments (i.e. team member issues, occupancy, complaints, inspections) at all times. Complete daily charts and other paperwork as directed.

Work Ethic

To work flexibly to meet the needs of the residents. To ensure that you are aware of the team members rota and are punctual for shifts.

Positive Work Environment

To be aware of Jasmine Healthcare’s philosophy and to contribute ideas to improve the standard of care provided. To maintain a positive and professional outlook whilst at work, and whilst representing Jasmine Healthcare in the community.

Providing a Homely Environment for our Residents

To support other members of the team with the tidying of residents rooms and communal areas. Following guidance with Infection Control, the use of PPE and its disposal. Working as a Team to complete any Actions found within the internal Infection Control Audits that occur every 3-months. To report any issues to the Maintenance Person.

Embrace Change

To engage with Senior Carers, the Deputy Manager and Home Manager during appraisals and one to one sessions. To contribute to team meetings.

Ambassadorship

To maintain a professional attitude when dealing with relatives, outside agencies and other visitors to the home. To conduct show rounds and take enquiries from prospective residents and their relatives. To wear uniform at all times which is clean and presentable.

Integrity

To report any safeguarding concerns or concerns about practise to either the Manager or Jasmine’s Compliance Support Manager. Ensure you are aware of the home’s policies and procedures (e.g. fire, health and safety, manual handling).

Environmental Impact

To report any leaks or issues to the Maintenance Person. To be aware of the location of all fuse boards, boilers, water stop taps and regulators for heating.

Additional Responsibilities

The above is not an exhaustive list and in line with Jasmine Value 8 may be subject to reasonable change.

Training:

Over the course of 15 - 18 months , you will study modules such as personal development in care settings, the responsibilities of a care worker, handling information in care settings, implementing person-centred care plans, safeguarding & protection in care settings, duty of care in care settings, communication in care settings, equality & inclusion in care settings and health & safety and wellbeing in care settings (these units may differ).

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship programme, you will achieve a Level 2 and a TQUK Diploma in Care.

Training Outcome:
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship programme, you will achieve a Level 2 and a TQUK Diploma in Care and be able to undertake a Level 3. 

Employer Description:
Jasmine Healthcare is a privately owned group, which currently operates six care homes for the elderly, with significant expansion plans for the future. Whilst we aim to be a profitable company and provide shareholder returns, our mission is: By prioritising our people, our mission is to provide the highest standards of care in our own homes and to improve standards of care across our industry [Nightingale Nursing & Care Home is based in the centre of Edwinstowe, near Mansfield. The home, although purpose-built, has been made very homely, and has a selection of garden areas, in line with Jasmine’s values and ethos. The home provides personal, nursing and dementia care to 49 residents.]

Working Hours :
Working 12 hour shifts running from 7.00pm - 7.00am or 7.00am - 7.00pm. Days TBC.

Skills:
Communication skills,Team working,Non judgemental,Patience,committed,passionate,reliable,Caring,Driving