Carer Apprentice

Role Specific Duties:

Ensure clients are at the heart of care delivery and their wishes and preferences enhance their well-being To contribute to the efficient running of the service Support clients to maintain their relationships and connections with the local community Ensure Care Plans and other information about how to support clients are followed Be responsible for informing the Line Manager of any changes in the needs of clients Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of those individuals they support Be responsible for Record keeping using the Organisation approved online tool/app for each patient

Working with others:

Develop effective working relationships with other employees within Q Care Assist Ltd Work in cooperation with members of the multi-disciplinary teams to maximise opportunities for the client If desired by the client, maintain and develop relationships with family, friends and other people important in their life

Personal Responsibilities:

Acknowledge of, and work within, the Fundamental Standards Understand the regulatory framework that governs the service, including the role of CQC and their requirements Commit to achieving the relevant qualifications commensurate with the role. Attend statutory training and any other training as directed by the management of the Organisation Understand and follow all policies and procedures relevant to the role Be open to new learning opportunities and progression Companionship Care To assist with household duties such as menu planning, meal preparation for clients and their visitors, looking after household pets (feeding and walking), household plants, etc. To assist the clients with prescribed medication only To assist clients with correspondence, arrangements for outings and visitors Driving duties and assisting the clients in using public transport To assist clients with financial matters and money management, including shopping, pension collection, payment of bills on behalf of the clients, etc Attending social outings with clients such as places of worship, regular clubs, visiting family, friends, etc Assisting the clients to fulfil activities of daily living, eg, working, leisure and education To undertake health care tasks under the direction of a health care professional To give support to the family and other carers

Personal Care:

To assist clients with feeding To assist clients with mobilising and transferring To assist clients who need help with getting up in the morning, dressing, undressing, etc To assist clients who need help with washing, bathing, showering, hair care, shaving, oral hygiene, etc To assist clients with toilet functions – ie, using the toilet or commode, emptying and cleansing the commode, etc.

Location:

Client location within Nottingham, but you may be required to work from other locations at the discretion of the company and with appropriate notice

Training:
20% of your working hours will be spent training and studying

Training Outcome:
Potential opportunity for a permanent role within the company following successful completion of the apprenticeship

Employer Description:

Q Care Assist are a fresh, inclusive home care provider based in Nottingham, offering adult personal care in residents’ homes and supporting individuals and their families. They are regulated by the CQC.

There mission is to break the stereotype of the industry being dull, tired and unappreciated. Wanting to work with and alongside government regulation, support new initiatives, campaigns and research as well as employing a diverse and inclusive workforce to bring a fresh, bright, innovative approach to everything that they do, for the whole community and for the future of care. 

Working Hours :
Flexible working hours. Monday to Sunday shifts - To be confirmed at interview.

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Compassion and Empathy