Introduction

You will provide 1:1, group support to adults with mental health needs, learning disabilities and other complex needs, helping tenants to develop their independence and achieve their personal goals. This is a rewarding opportunity to gain valuable experience in adult social care while completing your Level 3 Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship.

About the Employer

Newbarn Ltd provides supported housing and support services for vulnerable adults across the Rochdale area, supporting people with mental health needs, learning disabilities, Autistic Spectrum Conditions and other complex needs.

Newbarn's approach focuses on helping tenants to feel safe, secure and supported, while developing their independence and enabling them to achieve their personal, social, leisure, learning and employment goals.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to build a rewarding career in adult social care. You will gain hands-on experience supporting people with a range of complex needs while completing a nationally recognised Level 3 Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship.

You will be supported by experienced colleagues and given the opportunity to develop your confidence, communication skills and understanding of person-centred care in a real working environment.

What You'll Do

Newbarn Ltd are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual to join their team as an Adult Care Worker Apprentice / Support Worker.

You will work alongside experienced Support Workers to provide person-centred support to tenants, helping them to live as independently as possible and achieve positive outcomes.

The role involves supporting adults with a range of needs, including mental health problems, learning disabilities, Autistic Spectrum Conditions and substance misuse issues.

Your main duties will include:

Providing 1:1 and group support to tenants
Building positive, trusting and professional relationships with tenants
Supporting tenants to achieve their personal, social, leisure, learning and employment goals
Encouraging and supporting independence in everyday life
Supporting tenants with shopping and budgeting
Helping tenants with meal preparation, cooking and healthy eating
Supporting tenants to maintain a safe, clean and secure home
Supporting tenants to attend GP, dental, optical and other health appointments
Encouraging tenants to take part in social activities and community activities
Supporting tenants with personal care where required
Supporting health and wellbeing
Assisting with medication procedures following appropriate training
Supporting individual Support Plans, Risk Assessments and Health Action Plans
Helping tenants with tenancy-related responsibilities
Supporting health and safety checks within properties
Completing accurate records and support notes following support sessions
Completing incident reports and other relevant documentation
Liaising with families, carers, care managers and other professionals
Attending staff meetings, supervision and multi-agency meetings where required
Following safeguarding, confidentiality, health and safety and other organisational policies
Completing mandatory and apprenticeship training
Developing your own knowledge, skills and professional practice throughout the apprenticeship
You will be encouraged to learn from experienced colleagues and gradually take on greater responsibility as your confidence and competence develops

Training Outcome

Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a permanent Support Worker position with Newbarn, subject to performance and business requirements.

The qualification and experience gained could also provide opportunities to progress within adult social care into more senior or specialist support roles.

Skills Required

Communication skills
IT skills
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Team working

Qualifications

Desired - GCSE - English - 4
Desired - GCSE - Maths - 4

Course Information

Course: Lead adult care worker (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Care services

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Full time - Monday - Sunday. The role involves working evenings and weekends, as Newbarn provides support services 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. The exact working pattern will be discussed with the successful candidate.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: ROCHDALE TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

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