Introduction
Gain real skills at this long standing care company with over 40 years’ experience. No previous experience required, make a difference to people’s lives, encouragement and promotion of learning opportunities, with the help of a designated mentor and regular supervisions.
About the Employer
Torcare first opened its doors to residents in 1981, founded by the Fourniss family.
Torcare’s vision is to offer residents a dignified ‘home from home’ care experience and provide a supportive environment that champions the quality of life for residents.
Torcare have used their high level of expertise to acquire and develop a residential and a nursing home. The Torpoint Nursing Centre and Port Rouge.
Torcare remains a family run business and is completely committed to offering person-centred care in a community atmosphere.
What You'll Do
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Emotional support to residents
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Record keeping
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Personal care
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Assisting with moving and positioning
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Nutritional and hydration support
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Engaging residents in activities
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Keep the home and residents rooms tidy
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Answering call bells
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Continence care
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Reporting changes in residents
Training Outcome
Possibility of permanent position based on the successful completion of apprenticeship.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
- Kindness
- Caring disposition
- Self-awareness
Qualifications
- Desired - GCSE - English - 4 / C
- Desired - GCSE - Maths - 4 / C
Course Information
Course: Adult care worker (level 2)
Level: 2
Route: Care services
Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate
Working Arrangements
Working Week: Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4.00pm.
Expected Duration: 1 Year
Training Provider: CITY COLLEGE PLYMOUTH
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