Empowering Workforces
UTS are sector specialists delivering a range of Diploma and Apprenticeship programmes from Level 2-5 to qualify the Health, Housing, and Social Care workforces. We work with employers on an in-house basis to provide a bespoke service in designing quality programmes aligned to their specific workforce development plans which deliver the desired impact. We also offer places for one person or more on our open programmes with inductions running throughout each year.
Our comprehensive curriculums are delivered by sector experts and the quality of our service is reflected in our outstanding achievement rates.
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Apprenticeship Level 2 Adult Care Worker
This is a 15-month programme delivered via a comprehensive curriculum of; training sessions delivered by adult care experts, support workshops delivered by your learning coach and on-line supporting materials and resource
Key Programme Development Stages
- The Roles and Responsibilities of an Adult Care Worker
- Keeping those you Support Safe
- Working in a Values Based, Person Centred Way
- The Health and Well-Being of those you Support
- Working Professionally in Teams and Developing Self
Best Suited
Learners who are new to working in the sector or those already working in a care or support role who are not yet qualified.
Programme
Outcomes
This apprenticeship will develop learners with the knowledge and skills required to make a positive difference to someone’s life when they are faced with physical, practical, social, emotional, and intellectual challenges. As an adult care worker, you will develop the right values and behaviours, competencies, and skills to provide high quality compassionate care and support. You are the frontline staff who help adults with care and support needs to achieve their personal goals and live as independently and safely as possible, enabling them to have control and choice in their lives which as at the heart of person-centred care and support. This programme will develop your ability to do this professionally and to the highest of standards.
Funding
This apprenticeship standard is fully funded for employers who are levy payers.
For non-levy payers the standard is partly funded with a contribution cost of £150 per learner.
Skills for Care WDF: £1000 per learner in funding to claim back on full achievement.
Achievement
Learners will achieve the following through this programme:
- Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care
- Level 2 Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship Standards
- Functional Skills Level 1 Math’s and English (unless exempt) with Level 2 to be Attempted
Apprenticeship Level 3 Lead Adult Care Worker
This is a 15-month programme delivered via a comprehensive curriculum of; training sessions delivered by adult care experts, support workshops delivered by your learning coach and on-line supporting materials and resources.
Key Programme Development Stages
- The Roles and Responsibilities of a Lead Adult Care Worker
- Keeping those you Support Safe
- Promoting Values Based, Person Centred Services
- Championing the Health and Well-Being of those you Support
- Supervising and Developing Others
Best Suited
Learners who are working within a more senior or team leader role who are not yet qualified to Level 3 or those who aspire to progress into this role. This would also suit new starters to the sector who come straight in at this level and have not previously gained any adult care qualifications.
Programme
Outcomes
This apprenticeship will develop learners with the knowledge and skills required to take a lead within their team and be able to demonstrate to others how to make a positive difference to someone’s life when they are faced with physical, practical, social, emotional, or intellectual challenges. Lead adult care workers will exercise judgement and take appropriate action to support individuals to maintain their independence, dignity, and control. By providing leadership, guidance, and direction at the frontline of care delivery you, will be instrumental in improving the health and wellbeing of those receiving care and support. As a lead adult care worker, you will develop the skills and abilities to supervise others and carry out effective supervision and appraisal meetings, you will be involved in the recruitment and induction of new staff and provide on-going mentoring and support.
Funding
This apprenticeship standard is fully funded for employers who are levy payers.
For non-levy payers the standard is partly funded with a contribution cost of £150 per learner.
Skills for Care WDF: £1300 per learner in funding to claim back on full achievement.
Achievement
Learners will achieve the following through this programme:
- Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
- Level 3 Lead Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship Standards
- Functional Skills Level 2 Math’s and English (unless exempt)
Apprenticeship Level 3 First Line Manager in Adult Care and Support
This is an 18-month course delivered via a comprehensive curriculum of; training sessions delivered by adult care experts, support workshops delivered by your learning coach and on-line supporting materials and resource
Key Programme Development Stages
- The Roles and Responsibilities of a Team Leader in Adult Care and Support
- Understanding the Organisations Vision, Mission and Goals
- Developing Management Capabilities in Care and Support Services
- Leading and Managing Individuals and Teams
- Managing a Project to Deliver Improved Service Delivery
Best Suited
Learners who are in their first supervisory, team leader or junior management role who do not yet hold a management qualification or those who are aspiring to a team leader or supervisory role.
Programme
Outcomes
This apprenticeship will develop learners with the knowledge and skills required to lead and manage within their team and deliver what is required against clearly defined outcomes. A first line manager will provide direction, instruction, and guidance to ensure the achievement of set goals. Depending on your type and size of organisation, specific responsibilities will vary, but the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed will be the same whatever the role. Key responsibilities are likely to include supporting, managing and developing team members, managing projects, planning and monitoring workloads and resources, delivering operational plans, resolving problems, and building relationships internally and externally. This programme will provide you with the ability to do this professionally and effectively and all within the context of care and support services. This will also provide a great foundation for those who wish to progress to the Level 5 Leader in Adult Care programme in the future.
Funding
This apprenticeship standard is fully funded for employers who are levy payers.
For non-levy payers the standard is partly funded with a contribution cost of £225 per learner.
Skills for Care WDF: £500 per learner in funding to claim back on full achievement.
Achievement
Learners will achieve the following through this programme:
- Level 3 Certificate in Management (Optional)
- Skills for Care Lead to Succeed Programme Certification
- Level 3 Team Leader Apprenticeship Standard
- Functional Skills Level 2 Math’s and English (unless exempt)
Apprenticeship Level 4 Lead Practitioner in Adult Care
2-year programme delivered via a comprehensive curriculum of; training sessions delivered by adult care experts, support workshops delivered by your learning coach and on-line supporting materials and resources.
Key Programme Development Stages
- The Role of the Lead Practitioner
- Championing a Healthy and Safe Values Based Culture
- Role Modelling Person Centered Approaches
- Leadership Skills for the Lead Practitioner
Best Suited
Learners who have experience providing care and support at a senior or team lead level looking to progress their career to become recognised as a Lead Practitioner or Champion within their team. This programme also suits those looking for a foundation learning programme to support entry to social work or occupational therapy degrees.
Programme
Outcomes
This apprenticeship will develop specialist skills and knowledge specific to enabling leaderships capability and responsibility within areas such as care needs assessment, enablement, rehabilitation, occupational therapy, and assistive technology. Learners will be able to develop skills to coach and mentor others, to manage staff performance and drive up the quality-of-care delivery. Often Lead Practitioners become organisation champions in their key subject area such as mental health, dementia or autism and are the ‘go to’ people for this within their service, providing invaluable support to the management team.
Funding
This apprenticeship standard is fully funded for employers who are levy payers.
For non-levy payers the standard is partly funded with a contribution cost of £350 per learner.
Skills for Care WDF: £1550 per learner in funding to claim back on full achievement.
Achievement
Learners will achieve the following through this programme:
- Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care
- Level 4 Lead Practitioner in Adult Care Apprenticeship Standards
- Functional Skills Level 2 Math’s and English (unless exempt)
Apprenticeship Level 5 Leader in Adult Care
This is a 2-year programme delivered via a comprehensive curriculum of; training sessions delivered by adult care experts, support workshops delivered by your learning coach and on-line supporting materials and resources.
Key Programme Development Stages
- Me as a Leader
- Building my Team
- Leading Good Care Practice
- Driving Outstanding Services
Best Suited
Learners who are currently in a manager or deputy manager role within adult care and support who are not yet qualified or those who are aspiring managers within the sector.
Programme
Outcomes
This apprenticeship will develop learners into high performing managers who can drive the achievement of outstanding service delivery. The programme is designed to build on learning, starting with self and the ability to understand own behaviours and the impact these have on others, and we develop the skills to manage our own workload effectively and lead by example by demonstrating discipline, determination and resilience. We then move onto effective management of our people and teams to understand how to drive their performance in line with business goals and then our Practice Management section is where we explore how to lead services in areas such as safeguarding and person centred approaches. This all culminates in the final section where you will drive your business through innovative approaches and your project will drive positive change with your quality improvement plans.
Funding
This apprenticeship standard is fully funded for employers who are levy payers.
For non-levy payers the standard is partly funded with a contribution cost of £350 per learner.
Skills for Care WDF: £2500 per learner in funding to claim back on full achievement.
Achievement
Learners will achieve the following through this programme:
- Level 5 Leader in Adult Care Diploma
- Skills for Care Well-Led Certification
- Level 5 Leader in Adult Care Apprenticeship Standards
- Functional Skills Level 2 Math’s and English (unless exempt)
I work at Hightown Housing and as part of my employment I have had the opportunity to undertake a Level 3 Lead Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship led by UTS. I was set goals, tasks and objectives designed to increase my knowledge, develop my practice, and take on higher level responsibilities. I was so pleased that I achieved a distinction, having the guidance and amazing support from the UTS team enabled me to meet my personal aspirations to progress to a degree level apprenticeship. I can’t thank the UTS team enough.
Abigail, Apprenticeship Learner
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