Adult Care Apprentice

About the role

Level 2 Adult Social Care Apprentice 🌟

Ready to kickstart your career and make a real difference? Join Barchester as an Adult Care Apprentice and turn your passion for helping others into a rewarding career! This isn't just any job; it's a fully supported journey where you'll learn from the best and earn your professional Adult Social Care Qualification, all while getting paid! 🤑

As an Apprentice, you'll gain the essential skills, knowledge, and behaviours to provide top-notch, compassionate, and person-centred care to individuals in our Barchester homes and hospitals. You'll complete a structured development program, aiming for a Level 2 Adult Social Care qualification within the agreed apprenticeship timeframe. Under the wing of experienced mentors and care staff, you'll deliver outstanding care and dive into Barchester's unique "Whole Home Approach" and "Care and Life Enrichment Framework."

Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept It:

Delivering Amazing Person-Centred Care:

• Assist residents with personal care, daily tasks, and maintaining their independence, always respecting their individual support plans.
• Champion dignity, privacy, choice, consent, and confidentiality – every single time.
• Boost residents' wellbeing and enrichment through engaging and meaningful activities.
• Team up with experienced staff to observe, plan, and keep digital care records and support plans up-to-date.
• Help residents stay active and healthy! 💪

Keeping Things Safe & Professional:

• Stick to all company policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Follow local safeguarding rules and the Duty of Candour.
• Ensure all care records are spot-on, person-centred, and meet standards.
• Report accidents and incidents diligently to keep everyone safe and manage risks.
• Complete all mandatory training on time. 💯
• Stay clued-up on the latest Barchester policies and practices.
• Keep all resident information confidential – no exceptions! 🤫

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work:

• Collaborate with your home team to create a positive, professional, and welcoming vibe.
• Build strong, effective relationships with all your colleagues.
• Contribute to Barchester's "Whole Home Approach" and the "Care and Life Enrichment Framework."

Building Awesome Connections:

• Welcome new residents and their families, making their transition smooth.
• Build trust and genuine connections with residents, their families, and friends.
• Promote an inclusive atmosphere by supporting life enrichment activities.
• Communicate clearly, openly, and professionally at all times. 🗣️

Your Awesome Benefits Package:

• FREE training and development for all roles! 📚
• Access to wellbeing and support tools to keep you feeling your best.
• Loads of retail discounts and savings to help your wallet. 💸
• Unlimited "Refer a Friend" bonuses – spread the word and earn! 🤝
• "Employee of the Month" rewards and "Long Service Awards" to celebrate your hard work. 🎉

*Please note: Key dates are a guide. This vacancy will close once filled.*

Key responsibilities

• Support residents with personal care, daily activities, and independence.
• Contribute to residents’ life enrichment and wellbeing through meaningful activities.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and statutory requirements.
• Ensure all care records are accurate, person-centred, and meet required standards.
• Work collaboratively with the home team to support a positive, professional, and welcoming environment.

Skills