Seniorcareer assistant Review

by Milewood Health Care Ltd

Rating

10/10

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

Senior care workers routinely oversee and monitor care workers, care assistants and home carers. And also attend to the personal needs and comforts of the elderly and the infirm with care and support needs (‘service users’) within residential care establishments, day care establishments or in their own homes.

10/10

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

active listening skills. empathy, respect, tact, and a non-judgemental, persuasive, reassuring approach. positivity and a supportive and motivating approach. respect for client confidentiality.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy the programme and the support given, the tutor ensures it is enjoyable during sessions and gives constructive feedback and also ensures knowledge and skills are gained on individual basis which helps me develop my personal skills as well as knoweldge

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

it is very structured but allows me to have a learner approach. I know wht is happening month to month from the scheme of work and also enjoy making it my own.

10/10

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

Loads of support, they ensure I get off the job and this allows me to be motivated to implement my knowledge into practice

10/10

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

I have a personal tutor that is always on the other side of the phone, she is so supportive and ensures I understand the information before moving on

10/10

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

The qualification really helps.me keep motivated and learn more about my wider professional and this really contributes to my continuous professional development

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 am aware of, however we have webinars and zoom calls allowing that personal touch.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Milewood Health Care Ltd to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

it has been the most joyful experience and I love the opportunity I have to gain more knowledge and new skills to motivate and inspire me to do more. Very thankful

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Milewood Health Care Ltd?

Face to face end point assessments would be easier as I found it hard to communicate to a computer screen