Apprentice Adult Care Worker

Personal care: Assisting patients with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility to maintain dignity and independence Symptom management support: Helping monitor pain, fatigue, nausea, and other illness-related symptoms, and reporting changes to healthcare professionals   Medication support: Administering prescribed medications when authorised and assisting patients in adherence to care plans   Emotional and psychological support: Offering compassionate care, listening, providing counseling where appropriate, and supporting patients and families through grief and bereavement   Care planning and coordination: Working closely with doctors, nurses, social workers, and allied health professionals to develop and implement personalised care plans and ensure continuity of care   Daily living support: Preparing meals, assisting with shopping, managing household tasks, and organising recreational activities or therapies to enhance wellbeing   Advocacy and empowerment: Supporting patients in making informed decisions regarding their care, advance planning, and end-of-life preferences   Record keeping: Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of patient care, observations, and interventions to support clinical communication and regulatory compliance   Bereavement care: Providing support to family members following the patient’s death, connecting them with resources when needed 

Training:
In-house training plus the candidate will follow a Level 2 Apprenticeship programme and study towards a Level 2 in Adult Care This training will be structured and delivered by Cheshire College - South & West If the candidate does not hold GCSE grades A-C (9-4) or equivalent, they will be required to complete a Level 2 Functional Skill in the relevant subject

Training Outcome:
Opportunities to progress into more senior roles upon successful completion

Employer Description:

A family-owned business, Valleywood Care Limited offers domiciliary and supported living care to clients in and around Crewe, Willaston, Wistaston, and Nantwich. With over 15 years in care management, Valleywood Care provides an efficient and personal service to people who endeavour to remain as independent as possible in their own homes.

We appreciate that every one of our clients is different with individual needs and offer a service tailored to them.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 3.00pm ( Alternate weekends to be worked and time will be given off in the week in lieu)

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Team working,Non judgemental,Caring,Willing to lean