Care Assistant Review
at Bluebird Care
Level 2 Apprenticeship
Slough, Berkshire
Review Submitted: March 2024
Overall Rating
5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
My role as a care assistant is to help people live a dignified and independent life at home.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
My programme is very relevant and straightforward which is refreshing compared to very technical programmes available.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Learned how to use bowel management equipment, hoisting equipment, learnt life saving first aid skills
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Extremely well organised, and structured well to complete easily.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My employer supports me when I need it, wherever they can. They check in with me regularly.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I have regular contact with my tutor and they are happy to support me if I am behind or need addition time.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It gives me better insight I to my role and helps me learn new ways to approach clients who need addition supports.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Due to my job, there needs to be staff on regular basis and so activities aren't always possible. But this is understood by all.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Bluebird Care to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The nature of tue job itself is rewarding, but the company are very caring and nurturing to staff achievement and customer wellbeing.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Bluebird Care?
Research branches as it is a franchise so each owner may operate differently.
