Senior Support Worker- Apprenticeship Opportunity

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional NHS healthcare provider in Doncaster is seeking an apprentice to support service users with learning disabilities and mental health issues. You will work within a multi-disciplinary team and take part in care plans and personal support. This position offers the chance to gain a Level 3 qualification while receiving hands-on training and support. The role emphasizes dignity, respect, and confidentiality in patient care.

Qualifications

• Ability to uphold Positive Behaviour Support principles.
• Experience in participating in care plans and treatment programmes.
• Confidentiality in handling personal information.

Responsibilities

• Uphold Positive Behaviour Support in patient care.
• Participate in delivery of care plans and treatment.
• Assist service users in promoting a healthy lifestyle.

Education

Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

To work as an integrated member of the multi‑disciplinary team supporting service users (who have a primary diagnosis of Learning Disability, a history of offending behaviours, and who may experience additional mental health problems), delivering holistic care and support as part of the Forensic Pathway under the supervision of Registered Nurses.

If you don't already have a Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant subject, RDaSH is offering this post alongside the opportunity for you to complete a Level 3 apprenticeship qualification relevant to your role.

As an apprentice within RDaSH you will be given the opportunity to gain experience, learn work‑related skills, and obtain all the tools needed to thrive.

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Around 20 % of your working hours will be spent training or studying. This leads to a nationally recognised qualification.

Whether you already work for us or are joining the Trust and NHS for the first time, apprenticeships can help you to develop the skills, knowledge and know‑how in order to embark on a successful and fulfilling career within the health service.

Main duties of the job

• Uphold the principles of Positive Behaviour Support in all aspects of patient care.
• Participate in delivery of care plans, treatment programmes and training for service users (under direction of qualified staff).
• The service users’ personal information is always treated within the strictest confidence. Any requests to disclose information must be relayed to qualified personnel.
• Support service users at reviews, appointments or meetings.
• Assist in promoting a healthy lifestyle, hygiene routines, and general appearance, while respecting the service user’s choices and beliefs, promoting dignity, respect and privacy where necessary.
• Protect service users from any form of abuse—physical, psychological, financial, sexual or any instance of intimidation. Any suspected abuse must be brought to the attention of the Trust by informing a qualified or senior member of staff.
• Report any untoward occurrences to the appropriate person.
• Support other staff members with day‑to‑day duties, within your level of competence, provided you have the appropriate training, instructions or skills to undertake the duties.

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employs around 4,000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first‑class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer, visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation; view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more.