Apprentice Care Assistant

Company Description

Home Instead Tavistock and Tamar Valley is a family run, OUTSTANDING CQC rated home care company.   

This Apprenticeship will be working in the Tavistock and surrounding villages so a UK driving licence and a car are a necessity for this role.  

Job Description

Working flexibly a total of 30 hours per week

• 1 day a week allocated to Apprenticeship - Adult Care Worker Level 2

To work in care is to make a positive difference to someone’s life when they are faced with physical, practical, social, emotional or intellectual challenges. Adult Care Workers need to have the right values and behaviours developing competences and skills to provide high quality compassionate care and support.  You will gain the knowledge  and practical skills to provide care and support needs to achieve their personal goals and live as independently and safely as possible, enabling them to have control and choice in their lives which is at the heart of person centred care.

As a Care Assistant you will-

• Help with all aspects of personal care - washing/bathing, dressing.
• Carry out everyday tasks from cooking a meal to light housework.
• Help your clients access their community by accompanying them for a drive or walk, shopping or appointments.
• Provide companionship and well being support.
• Help clients to remain happy, healthy and thriving in their own homes!

Qualifications

GCSE English and Maths.

Good communication and organisational skills.

Additional Information

Pay & Benefits

• Dependent on age - Apprentice: £6.40, Under 18: £6.40, 18 to 20: £8.60, 21 and over: £11.44
• Mileage, travel/waiting time.
• Enjoy a paid day off on your birthday!
• Consistent Client Interaction: With a minimum of 1-hour calls and client matching, we ensure continuity in care.
• Every other weekend off.
• Welcome & Induction programme, Mentor & Buddy system.  We also offer training in Alzheimer’s, Dementia care, and Parkinson's certificated by City and Guilds.

Referral bonuses, regular team meet-ups, a wellness program and exclusive discounts.

At Home Instead, we're not just offering a job; we're offering a journey of growth, fulfillment, and unparalleled support. Get in touch today to start this highly rewarding Apprenticeshp!

Role is subject to an Enhanced DBS and References.

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