Salary £11700 per year
Duration 18 months
Advert closing date 30/04/2024
Description
Established with a commitment to enhancing the quality of life for individuals in need of support, TrueArk Healthcare has become a trusted name in the healthcare industry. They are currently looking for a Homecare Assistant apprentice to join their team.
Main Duties:
- Assisting with personal care (washing, dressing) and continence care (toileting and catheter care)
- Preparing meals and drinks
- Administering medication
- Using moving and handling equipment
- Liaising with GPs, nurses, occupational therapists, social workers and other professionals
- Working with members of the team on a daily basis
- Identifying causes for concern with our customers and reporting to management
GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade 4-9) - Desired.
Training to be provided
- The learner will be studying the Lead Adult Care Worker Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard qualification.
- Day release to West Suffolk College.
- Functional skills will be studied if equivalent qualifications are not held.
Homecare requires individuals to work in the community, moving between houses in a given location. One of the requirements is to have a full driving license and access to a car.
Skills required
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Future prospects
Full-time/Part-time - positions available. Career progression.
Hours per week 37.5
Working week Monday - Friday, between 9am and 5pm
Apprenticeship standard Lead adult care worker (Level 3)
Ipswich, Suffolk, England, IP4 1JE