Apprentice Support Worker - ROCHDALE GATEWAY LEISURE LTD

Summary

This is an Apprentice role. You will work alongside the Lead Support to participate and provide a full and comprehensive Day Service for a group of people and assist in the assessment of individual needs. You will also work with individuals and their families to identify their needs and choices for purposeful day activities.

Annual wage

£11,778 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

£7.55 Per Hour

Training course: Lead adult care worker

Hours: Monday - Friday, between 08:00 - 17:00, Shifts are to be confirmed.
30 hours a week

Start date: Saturday 16 August 2025

Duration: 12 Months

Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Main Duties to Include:

Alongside the Lead Support Worker, identify and initiate new opportunities and activities for the individual users and alongside team members and other agencies develop individual programmes i.e. Person centred plans (ELPs, PATH, MAP) which are planned and recorded in line with company policy.
To enable the user to participate in all activities by providing appropriate support
Ensure the dignity and respect of service users are maintained while providing personal care and lunchtime support to both male and female service users
To work alongside the Lead Support Worker to ensure the sessions and activities are safe
To ensure the sessions and activities are sensitive to cultural traditions and values
Alongside the Lead Support Worker develop close working relations with all persons involved e.g. Families, Social Workers, and Therapists, so that the needs of the individual are met effectively
To work as a member of a team in the Project and the Organisation
To be responsible, alongside other RGLL staff, for the proper use of equipment/materials and informing the Lead Support Worker or other Staff members of any potential risks and faults
To maintain User and the Organisation's confidentiality at all times
To work alongside the Lead Support Worker to work on the implementation, maintenance and evaluation of each individual Essential Lifestyle Plan and Health Action Plan as relevant
To work in accordance with RGLL’s Equal Opportunities Policy
To work in accordance with RGLL’s Health and Safety Policy
To support the Aims and Objectives of RGLL
When on passenger assistant duties, assist drivers with service users in and out of vehicles
To be responsible for observing service users when on passenger assistant duties

Where you’ll work

This apprenticeship is available in these locations:

Gateway Centre, 2 Kenion Street, Rochdale, OL16 1SN
Gateway Alps, Shawforth, OL12 8NU

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Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

ROCHDALE TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Your training course

Lead adult care worker

Equal to Level 3 (A level)

Your training plan

Level 3 Lead Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship Standard
Apprenticeship learning takes place in the workplace
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required

Requirements

Desired qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade C / 4 and above) desirable

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Team working
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

Other requirements

About this company

Mill Gate House is a one of Gateway’s five-day services for adults 18+, we are based in Shawforth. This service provides a break to parents/carers as well as the individual. Millgate House overlooks the Pennines and the beautiful scenery make it a tranquil and peaceful place for your respite care and break. The aim at Millgate House is to provide a warm, comfortable, safe and friendly place to stay. Support is available 24 hours a day by fully trained staff, and a healthy lifestyle is promoted by ensuring a balanced diet is offered.

https://gatewayleisure.co.uk/millgate-house/ (opens in new tab)