Senior residential child care worker Review

by Paragon Skills

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • My role is to support the young people within the home ensuring that their needs are met and that they remain safe and well

    10/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Yes. I have learnt a lot about communication, health and safety and positive relationships

    10/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I really enjoy it! The content is good and my tutor is excellent! Very supportive and always on hand for support and guidance if needed

    10/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • Brilliant!

    10/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • My employer is really supportive and they afford me the time to do work/visits/discussions whilst at work

    10/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • Emma is brill, she offers me as much support as I need! If I’m stuck with anything, she is only ever and email or call away

    10/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • It gives me a more in-depth knowledge and foundation to my job so that I can move onto my level 5

    10/10
  • 8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

    • Not that I’m aware of, but it’s not something I need from the course

    10/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend Paragon Skills to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • They are well organised, supportive and the sessions are fun too. Emma is flexible in her approach, but also has clear boundaries in place

  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Paragon Skills?

    • Follow the process and you’ll be fine! Don’t be scared to ask for help if you’re struggling

Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Nursing

Gossops Green

July 2020

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