Adult Care Worker Apprentice

Travelling from house to house, providing visits that range on average from 30 minutes to 1 hour, however some social and domestic visits may be 2+ hours.

Reading and following care plans to ensure they are fulfilling their duties to each individual.

Supporting individuals to meet their daily living needs, tasks can include, but are not limited to:

Supporting with washing – including grooming Supporting with dressing Toileting needs and intimate hygiene – including catheter and stoma care Meeting nutritional and fluid needs Medication handling and administration Domestic duties Social Inclusion Safely use equipment to assist and aid mobility Work as a team member Providing emotional and well-being support Partnership Working with other professionals involved in individual’s care Use technology to support and enhance the delivery of care Identify and report safety or well-being concerns

 

Training:

You will be working towards a Level 2 Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship standard.

Level 2 Diploma in Care.

You will receive on and off the job training and support from an Assessor and an Apprenticeship Advisor.

As part of your apprenticeship training you may be asked to attend Cornwall College Camborne, or St Austell on occasions, but the majority of delivery is remote which is one day a week. 

Training Outcome:
There may be the opportunity for permanent full time employment for the successful candidate upon completion of this apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
Lending Hands in Care Ltd is a home care service provider operating in Cornwall, offering a range of personalized care services to support individuals in their own homes. Their services include: personal care, dementia care, care for older adults (65+), care for younger adults (under 65), support for individuals with physical disabilities and assistance for those with sensory impairments

Working Hours :
Monday to Sunday, shifts between 7.00am to 10.00pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Non judgemental,Patience