Health and Social Care Apprenticeship - Chatham

We’re looking for someone who is patient, supportive, and dependable, with a positive, energetic attitude and a good sense of humour. You should feel comfortable providing personal care and physical support in a respectful and dignified way. Most importantly, you’ll be committed to person-centred values, empowering the people we support to live independently, make their own choices, and enjoy a fulfilling life.

As a Support Worker, you’ll provide tailored support based on each individual’s needs, preferences, and goals. Key responsibilities include:

Daily Living Support:

Assisting with personal hygiene, including personal care where needed Supporting meal preparation and encouraging healthy eating habits Promoting physical activity and exercise Helping develop independent living skills Community and Leisure Activities

Supporting the gentlemen to enjoy a wide range of activities, including:

Golf Bowling Aromatherapy Theatre trips and pantomimes Pub lunches and cinema outings Walking and gardening Shopping trips Encouragement and Empowerment Helping each individual do more for themselves Encouraging social interaction and participation in everyday life

Training:
Paragon Skills is a leading national Apprenticeship training provider, supporting over 4,000 learners and 1,500 organisations Paragon Skills has some of the highest success and achievement rates in the industry

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:
Choice Support have been supporting autistic people, people with learning disabilities and those with mental health needs lead fulfilling lives for over 40 years. We support people across the UK, from Hampshire and East Sussex in the south to Yorkshire in the north. We believe that everyone deserves a good life, no matter their needs.

Working Hours :
Shifts To Be Confirmed- Including Early Mornings, Evenings and Weekends

Skills:
Organisation skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience