Summary
Kickstart Your Care Career - Apprenticeship at Winash! Looking for a rewarding career? Join our apprenticeship programme at Winash and make a difference! Support elderly residents physically, emotionally, and psychologically, helping them feel safe, valued, and independent. No experience needed - just kindness, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn.
Wage
£14,560 a year
Competitive Pay! Start at £8.00 per hour during your three-month probation period. After successfully completing probation, your hourly rate will increase to £11.77, rewarding your growth and commitment!
Training course
Adult care worker (level 2)
Hours
This role operates on a shift basis. Early shifts start at 7.45am and finish at either 1pm or 4pm, late shifts start at either 1pm or 4pm and finish at 9pm. You will be working every other weekend. Hours per week may vary.
35 hours a week
Possible start date
Monday 31 March
Duration
1 year 2 months
Positions available
1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
Responsibilities and Duties:
Arrive 15-minutes before the shift and attend handover.
* Follow tasks assigned by the Team Leader
* Ensure the safety of residents, colleagues, and visitors, reporting incidents as needed
* Shadow and learn from senior staff, asking questions to develop skills
* Provide personal care in line with residents’ care plans while respecting dignity and choice
* Report any changes in residents’ conditions promptly
* Accompany residents to appointments when required
* Assist with end-of-life care following protocols
* Maintain accurate daily records and update care plans as needed
* Act as a Key Worker for assigned residents, conducting weekly check-ins and updating care plans
* Support residents in attending activities and accompany them if necessary
* Welcome visitors with a friendly and helpful attitude
* Assist with meal preparation, serving, and clean-up
* Help with laundry and keeping residents' rooms tidy
* Support the Activities Coordinator as needed
* Assist with audits as requested
* Attend all required training (e.g., First Aid, Infection Control)
* Participate in learning sessions, complete assignments on time, and meet regularly with tutors
* Maintain confidentiality of all residents, staff, and the organisation
* Participate in inspections and provide information as needed
* Perform other duties as assigned by the Team Leader or Manager
Voluntary Responsibilities:
* Act as a Champion in a chosen area (e.g., dementia, nutrition, safeguarding)
* Promote best practices in your chosen area and undertake further training
Where you’ll work
7-9 ALBERT ROAD
CLEVEDON
BS21 7RP
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
BESPOKE CONSULTANCY & EDUCATION LIMITED
Your training course
Adult care worker (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
* Support individuals they are working with according to their personal care/support plan
* Ask for help from an appropriate person when not confident or skilled in any aspect of their role
* Provide individuals with information to enable them to have a choice about the way they are supported
* Encourage individuals to participate in the way their care and support is delivered
* Ensure the individual knows what they are agreeing to regarding the way in which they are supported
* Contribute to the on-going development of care/support plans for the individual they support
* Support individuals with cognitive, physical or sensory impairments
* Ensure dignity is at the centre of all work with the individuals they support, their families, carers and advocates
* Demonstrate all work is person centred, accommodating the individual’s needs, wishes and preferences
* Demonstrate empathy (understanding and compassion) for individuals they support
* Demonstrate courage in supporting people in ways that may challenge their personal/cultural beliefs
* Speak clearly and exhibit positive non-verbal communication to individuals, families, carers and advocates
* Use the preferred methods of communication of the individual they support according to their language, culture, sensory needs and their wishes
* Identify and take steps to reduce environmental barriers to communication
* Demonstrate they can check for understanding
* Write clearly and concisely in records and reports
* Keep information safe and confidential according to agreed ways of working
* Recognise potential signs of different forms of abuse
* Respond to concerns of abuse according to agreed ways of working
* Recognise, report and challenge unsafe practices
* Promote the health and wellbeing of the individual they support
* Move people and objects safely
* Demonstrate how to reduce the spread of infection, including use of best practice in hand hygiene
* Demonstrate the promotion of healthy eating and wellbeing by ensuring individuals have access to fluids, food and nutrition
* Demonstrate how to keep people, buildings and themselves safe and secure
* Carry out fire safety procedures when required
* Use risk assessments to support individuals safely
* Recognise symptoms of cognitive impairment, e.g. Dementia, learning disabilities and mental health
* Monitor and report changes in health and wellbeing for individuals they support
* Reflect on your own work practices
* Demonstrate the development of their own skills and knowledge, including core skills in writing, numbers and information technology
* Demonstrate their contribution to their development plan
* Demonstrate ability to work in partnership with others to support the individual
* Identify sources of support when conflicts arise with other people or organisations
* Demonstrate they can work within safe, clear professional boundaries
* Show they can access and apply additional skills required to perform the specific job role competently
Your training plan
Adult Care Worker Level 2.
Earn while you learn! As an apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience while receiving full support to develop your skills. You will attend interactive online workshops, have a dedicated Assessor to guide you, and benefit from regular workplace learning reviews and observations - all while working in a rewarding and supportive environment!
More training information
Bespoke Consultancy and Education Ltd (BCE) are the chosen learning provider for this apprenticeship. BCE are specialists in Early Years and Social Care. At BCE, our mission is to be a leading education provider, empowering care professionals and early years practitioners with the skills to deliver exceptional care. We are committed to building a trusted network of providers that families can rely on.
Requirements
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Customer care skills
* Team working
* Non judgemental
* Patience
Other requirements
An Adult Care Worker apprentice should consider: Compassion: Providing emotional and physical support to vulnerable individuals. Physical and Emotional Demands: The role can be challenging, requiring assistance with personal care and emotional support. Shift Work: Flexibility is needed for evening, weekend, and holiday shifts. Communication Skills: Building strong relationships with residents, families, and colleagues. Teamwork: Working collaboratively in a supportive environment. Confidentiality: Respecting residents' privacy and handling sensitive information. Personal Development: Gaining skills through training and on-the-job learning. Care Standards: Following care standards and safeguarding protocols. Patience and Adaptability: Handling unpredictable situations with patience. Emotional Resilience: Managing challenging and sometimes difficult situations.