Disability support worker Review
at The YOU Trust
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Healthcare
New Milton
Review Submitted: March 2026
Overall Rating
4.8 /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
4.6/5
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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
Supporting people with learning and physical disabilities, to promote independence, and quality of life.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I was already in post as a disability support worker, but wanted to attain my level 3 to open the opportunity to be promoted to Deputy manager. I have achieved this promotion with the help of my level 3 apprenticeship.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
The apprenticeship helped me gain the relevant knowledge, and skills to fulfil my work role to a better standard, and apply what I have learnt to be considered for promotion.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
I felt support throughout the course by my Manager and the learning team at the You trust. My mentor was excellent, as well as my Tutor.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My employer has helped support me through the course every step. I was given the time and opportunities to complete the course, which ended with me passing with a Merit.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My Tutor was amazing! She supported me through the course and was always there anytime I needed support.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
The level 3 course made me more aware of the legislation that underpins my role, which in turn has made me more mindful of a person centred approach when supporting our residents.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
We have social events from time to time organised between staff.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend The YOU Trust to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I find it an excellent Trust to work for. They support their staff to excel in their role and develop new skills. I believe we offer the greatest level of care and support for our residents, and this has been achieved through the mentoring, and principles of the You trust.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to The YOU Trust?
The You trust is built on 5 principles. Trustworthy, Excellent, Person-centred, Innovative, and Can-do.
Keep these principles at the heart of how you fulfil your role, and you will be one of the best at what you do.
Keep these principles at the heart of how you fulfil your role, and you will be one of the best at what you do.
