Health and Social Care Apprenticeship - Southampton & Totton

At Bluebird Care Southampton & Totton, we provide high-quality, compassionate care to elderly and vulnerable people, helping them remain safe and comfortable in their own homes.

We’re growing our dedicated team and currently seeking Health Care Assistants to support customers across Southampton (SO14-SO19), Totton, Lyndhurst, Ashurst, and Marchwood.

Day-Day Responsibilities:

Supporting with personal care and daily routines Providing companionship and emotional reassurance Effectively communicating with those of different communication needs or from different backgrounds Problem solving and learning how to safely support individuals whilst working in line with legislations, regulations, policies and risk assessment You will learn how to implement a good level of nutrition and hydration alongside training in food hygiene standards and infection prevention control You will also learn about signs of abuse and how to safeguard yourself and your customers and who you would need to report to Learn about whistleblowing should you feel your concerns are not being listened too You will learn how to safely handle and administer medication and safe disposal You will learn how to deal with challenging situations and positive behaviour support as well as learning about autism and learning disabilities You will also learn how to work in a team and communicate with your colleagues as well as lone working

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:
Home Care services give people the support they need, in the place they love. So Dad can wake up in his own bed. Mum can prep the Sunday roast in her own kitchen. Your husband can get the personal care he needs while you’re in the next room. And everyone, as much as possible, can go about their life as normal.

Working Hours :
Shifts TBC (Will Include Evenings & Weekends)

Skills:
Customer care skills,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience