Please only apply if you hold a FULL UK Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle!
Organisation – Memory Jane Healthcare
Apprenticeship – Level 2 Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship
Hours – Working hours will vary depending on the service needs, but will generally be between 07:00am and 22:00pm on a rota basis, including weekends. Contracted hours can be discussed with suitable candidates.
Salary - £12.82 per hour
Vacancy Overview –
Memory Jane Healthcare are looking for new Care Assistant Apprentices. You will be studying towards your Level 2 Apprenticeship in Care Assistance. The purpose of a Care Assistant Apprentice is to support individuals in maintaining their independence, dignity, and quality of life while learning the skills and knowledge required to provide high-quality care. Under supervision, you’ll assist with daily living activities such as personal care, meal preparation, mobility support, and companionship, while completing training toward a recognised qualification in health and social care.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide Personal Care
- Assist individuals with daily tasks such as washing, dressing, toileting, and grooming
- Support with mobility and transferring (e.g., using hoists or other aids safely)
- Support Daily Living
- Help with meal preparation, feeding, and hydration
- Assist with household tasks such as cleaning and laundry when needed
- Promote Independence and Dignity
- Encourage service users to do as much as they can for themselves
- Respect privacy, dignity, and personal choices at all times
- Emotional and Social Support. Provide companionship and emotional reassurance
- Support participation in social and recreational activities
- Follow Care Plans and Record Keeping
- Work according to individual care plans
- Accurately record care provided and report any changes in health or wellbeing to senior staff
- Health and Safety
- Follow infection control, safeguarding, and health and safety procedures.
- Use equipment safely and maintain a clean, safe environment
- Teamwork and Communication a. Work closely with colleagues, families, and healthcare professionals
- Communicate effectively and maintain confidentiality
- Learning and Development
- Take part in training and supervision to develop knowledge and skills
- Work toward completing the care qualification as part of the apprenticeship
Requirements:
- Applicant should hold a valid UK Driving License, as well as access to their own car. Travel time and mileage will be paid for
- Be able to work a minimum of 20 hours per week. Full time post of 37.5 hours a week will also be available
- Applicant must be able to work hours between 7am and 10pm. Monday to Sunday including bank holidays
Skills:
- Communication Skills
- Empathy and Compassion
- Observation Skills
- Time Management
- Attention to detail
Training to be provided:
Over the course of 15 – 18 months (dependent upon the level of course an apprentice is being enrolled onto), you will study modules such as personal development in care settings, the responsibilities of a care worker, handling information in care settings, implementing person-centred care plans, safeguarding & protection in care settings, duty of care in care settings, communication in care settings, equality & inclusion in care settings and health & safety and wellbeing in care settings (these units may differ).
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship programme, you will achieve a Level 3 qualification and a TQUK Diploma in Care.
We and our employer partners are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, so a DBS check will be required for this role. To make you aware, this position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as ‘spent’ must be declared, and you will be asked about these during the recruitment process
