Apprentice Community Support Worker
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Job summary
Make a difference to the community you love
Would you like to gain a nationally recognised qualification in Health and Social Care whilst supporting patients in the place they are happiest?
We can offer job security and career progression with our apprenticeship programme.
An apprenticeship in health and social Care with Sirona care & health could be your first step towards a rewarding career in the community.
As an apprentice Community Support Worker you will be working in our community teams alongside other professionals. Community Support Workers are a crucial part of our multi-disciplinary teams, delivering a high standard of care to our patients in their own home.
Although GCSE Grades 9-4 (or equivalent) in Maths & English Language desirable, we will also consider applicants who are willing to develop these through additional training to include Functional Skills as part of the apprenticeship programme.
Having the right attitude, work ethic and commitment to your education as well as your employment are essential requirements to this role.
This role is available across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.
All successful apprentices will be guaranteed a permanent Healthcare Support Worker position once your training is complete.
Main duties of the job
You will receive training in the workplace and off the job and will be fully supported in your learning by Weston College.
Apprenticeship contracts are fixed term for a period of 18 /21 months. Previous healthcare experience is not required, but an interest in the role is essential as well as a caring, compassionate attitude.
We will also require you to have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle.
About us
We are Sirona care & health, a Community Interest Company committed to providing local communities with a range of high-quality specialist health care services across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire. For us, its about the personal approach; we take pride in what we do and deliver the high standard of care that we would expect for ourselves and our families.
At Sirona, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of colleagues, service users and communities. We therefore welcome applications from all those who feel they have the skills and attributes we are seeking.
Benefits:
We offer NHS Agenda for Change Salary, Terms and Conditions and an NHS pension scheme plus much more! Please see the benefits leaflet attached to this advert for more details.
Additional Information:
Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received prior to the advertised closing date.
Details
Date posted
05 June 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£22,816 a year
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
21 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
B9083-23-0226
Job locations
Suites 1 & 2 Warmley Business Park
83 Tower Road North
Bristol
Bristol
BS30 8XP
North Bristol Intermediate Care Centre
20 Ellsworth Road
Bristol
BS10 7EH
Patchway Health Clinic
Thirlmere Road
Patchway
Bristol
BS34 5PD
Employer details
Employer name
Sirona care & health CIC
Address
Suites 1 & 2 Warmley Business Park
83 Tower Road North
Bristol
Bristol
BS30 8XP
Employer's website
https://www.sirona-cic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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