We are committed to supporting our employees' learning and development and our performance is monitored by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). We offer a wide range of on-going comprehensive programme of statutory and mandatory training. We have been awarded Investors in People - Gold Award.
You will be assigned a 'buddy' when you start; an experienced trained member of staff who can ensure that your induction is structured, supportive and relevant to your role. This person is assigned to your first month to help you settle into ExtraCare as soon as possible.
Equality and Diversity
Moving and Handling
COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health)
Fire Awareness
Food Hygiene and infection control
Mental Capacity Act
Emergency First Aid at work
Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults
Health and Safety
Medication Training
We also offer:
Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) in your area of work.
ExtraCare currently have over 85% of our care staff that are at NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care. Over 90% of our other staff hold an NVQ 2 or above relevant to our roles. IOSH Training (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health)
Team Leader Development Training - ILM Level 2
All learning is within a tailored environment to match your learning style. This benefits you and the Charity to ensure we maximize success for our participants. All learning with ExtraCare is designed to be relevant, participative, fun and engaging.