Support worker Review

by Realise

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.8/10

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

My role included: giving personal care, so that would be a full body wash or shower or bath. I would assist with getting people dressed and I would make beds. Toilet people, assist with meals and drinks. Do activities with the residents.

10/10

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

I learnt how to recognise other types of abuse in the elderly. I have learnt to how to communicate with people and recognise falls risks and how to handle stressful situations.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I thoroughly enjoyed this programme, I liked learning different skills and being able to ask for help and support. The tutor was lovely and helpful.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very organised

10/10

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

I received a lot of support from my employer. I was given time off the floor to do my tasks

10/10

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

I received quite a lot of support

10/10

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

It has helped me to understand more about different situations in my job that require more knowledge and experience.

9/10

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.)

In my job you can do ambassador roles, you are given a topic like first aid or incontinence and that would be your specialty

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Realise to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

The software is easy to use once shown, the team at realise is very easy to talk to

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Realise?

I would use your time wisely. Be organised and always be open when a subject is difficult.