Introduction

Bluebird Care are looking for a new adult care Apprentice. You will be studying toward your Adult Care Worker (level 2) Apprenticeship.

About the Employer

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.

What You'll Do

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-to-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
Learning how to implement a good level of nutrition and hydration alongside training in food hygiene standards and infection prevention control
Learning about signs of abuse and how to safeguard yourself and your customers, including who you would need to report to
Learning about whistleblowing should you feel your concerns are not being listened to
Learning how to safely handle and administer medication and ensure safe disposal
Learning how to deal with challenging situations and positive behaviour support, as well as learning about autism and learning disabilities
Learning how to work in a team and communicate with your colleagues, as well as lone working

Training Outcome

There is a possibility of being offered a full time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Skills Required

Attention to Detail
Organisational Skills
Communication Skills

Qualifications

Essential - Other - Drivers Licence - Pass
Desired - Other - Health and Social Care - Pass

Course Information

Course: Adult care worker (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Care services

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Shifts to be confirmed (will include evenings and weekends).

Expected Duration: 1 Year

Number of Positions Available: 2

Training Provider: PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED

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