New health and social care apprenticeships available
Applications are now open for Derbyshire County Council’s health and social care apprenticeships, with vacancies on offer at various locations across the county.
The role includes helping older and disabled people retain their independence and lead fulfilled and dignified lives within the council’s:
- residential care homes
- day centres
- specialist community care centres
Apprenticeships are available to people of any age and could be suitable for someone returning to work after having children, a young person over 16 looking to take up a rewarding career or someone who wants to change career.
Councillor Jean Wharmby, Cabinet Member for Adult Care said:
“Anyone looking for a new, rewarding challenge should definitely find out more about our health and social care apprenticeships.
“It’s a brilliant opportunity to get high-quality training and mentoring that will open up a number of different paths in both the social care and health sectors.
“You don’t have to be young to be an apprentice – as long as you’re over 16 and motivated to support people who need some extra help, we want to hear from you.”
The health and social care apprentices will be part of a valued team supporting people with everyday tasks such as washing, dressing, eating meals and staying socially active. After successfully completing the 15-month training programme, they will receive a Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care.
Derbyshire County Council offer career progression for their care staff and give free training and support for those looking to work up the career ladder. They offer extra pay for unsocial hours, 25 days paid holiday (pro-rata), a free uniform and no zero hours contracts. Working hours are flexible and previous experience isn’t necessary, although understanding the needs of older people – including those with dementia – is an important part of the work.
The application deadline is Sunday, 2 September 2018.
To view apprenticeship vacancies in Chesterfield click here.
