Community Health and Wellbeing Worker (Level 3)
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Description
This occupation is found in different organisations and is commissioned by a range of agencies, including local government, the NHS, and other funders such as voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations. Community Health and Wellbeing Workers are a rapidly expanding workforce supporting the increasing emphasis across government departments on improving the health of local people and communities by preventing poor health and tackling inequalities. Their work is informed by the wider social determinants of health, such as the social, cultural, political, economic, commercial and environmental factors that shape the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work and age. The broad purpose of the occupation is to work in partnership with individuals and their communities to identify and address health and wellbeing needs, improve health, prevent ill-health, and reduce inequalities.
Duration
15 months
Most Suitable For
This apprenticeship will be suitable for those wanting to develop in to or within roles such as Care and Service Navigator/Care Co-ordinator and Social Prescribing Link Worker.
Award
Level 3 Community Health and Wellbeing Worker Advanced Apprenticeship award.
Additional Funding
For all Employers:
- If apprentice is under the age of 25, Employer may not have to pay Class 1 Employer National Insurance. Full details and criteria are found here.
- For apprenticeships starting between 1 August 2024 - 31 July 2025, employer may be eligible for £1,000 if apprentice is aged 16 - 18 years old, OR aged 19 - 24 years old and has either an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan provided by their local authority and / or has been in the care of their local authority. Full details and criteria are found within the ESFA Funding Rules.
- Some Councils are providing incentive payments to local small employers who recruit and employ young apprentices. To find out more, including eligibility and how to apply for an incentive, please visit Lancashire Skills and Employment Hub (details within the GRANT presentation)
- Lancashire County Council incentive is £3,000 for 100 Lancashire employers
- Chorley Council incentive is £1,500 for Chorley employers
- Fylde Borough Council incentive is £5,000 for Fylde employers recruiting a new apprentice who is a Fylde resident.
Start Date
Anytime
Teaching Delivery
Online
Key Learning Requirements
Apprenticeships require learners to achieve specific new knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs), which are detailed in the Apprenticeship Standard. These are achieved by;
1) Programme Teaching; online teaching and online resources (including videos, quizzes and case studies).
2) Independent study; such as assignment/project research and write up. Including 2 self-directed projects based on working with volunteers and service development.
3) Learning in the workplace; shadowing colleagues, completing programme assigned work based projects, day-to-day development within your current role duties/work activities, reflections with mentor, relevant training sessions.
Modules
This programme has fixed module delivery (you are unable to choose the modules studied). A list of modules is available on the course webpage or course materials.
Placements
This programme does not require external placements to be completed, although varied experiences are beneficial.
Assessments
Assessed throughout the programme by assignments, observations, evaluations and End Point Assessment.
Key Candidate Entry Requirements
• Employed 30 hours or more per week for the duration of the apprenticeship. The apprenticeship duration may be extended to support staff who work less than this (will be looked at on individual basis)
• Preferably, evidence of English and Maths at GCSE C/4 or above /Functional Skills Level 2 / Equivalent. (If the candidate does not have evidence of Maths and English at the relevant level, there are two options; 1. via NHSE funded online revision and exams. Contact Training Hub Apprenticeship Team for more details.
2. Or, Training Provider will support the learner through the relevant learning and exams, alongside their apprenticeship. An initial diagnostic assessment will be completed by the Training Provider at application stage to determine suitability for this option)
Full requirements and details are found on the course webpage/information.
Key Employer Entry Requirements
• Ensure Learner has the support and opportunities to achieve the requirements of the apprenticeship.
• A suitable senior colleague/s who will work alongside the apprentice for a minimum of 14 hours per week to oversee and support the apprentice’s training.
• Must provide off-the-job (OTJ) training during the apprentice’s normal paid working hours. This will be approximately 350 hours over the duration of the apprenticeship, which is the equivalent to 6 – 7 hours per week. Additional time must be given if the learner needs to undertake additional Maths or English learning.
• Must provide a workplace environment that allows the learner:
– to have regular client-facing experience (in person) during the programme
– to have unrestricted access to freely available online sources of health data and health promotion information
– to communicate freely with external organisations including but not limited to NHS and other health and wellbeing services, charities, community groups and local authorities
– to work alongside other health and care professionals and have the opportunity to collaborate with peers
Listed as an Approved Provider under an NHS Procurement
National CHWW Higher Procurement - this is subject to provider obtaining and maintaining PCI accreditation throughout the time of their programme delivery.
Application Timescale
It takes on average 2 – 3 months to complete all application stages for this programme.
If recruiting to this position, additional time will be required for recruitment and advertising stages.
Additional Training Hub Support
Primary Care Employees:
• Have access to all resources provided by the L&SCPC Training Hub such as Digital training, Health and Wellbeing support and events.
• Personalised Care Training and Resources; This
webpage may be useful for role specific options
Social Care Employees:
• Have access to all resources provided by the L&SCSC Training Hub such as training, Health and Wellbeing support and events.
Pathway
HASO Apprenticeship pathway tool is available
hereCareer progression does not have to be linear. Entry criteria may differ per provider and varied routes may be available depending on the individuals prior learning and experience.
Information Last Updated
28/08/2024
Programme Resources
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Programme Website
- Community Health and Wellbeing Apprenticeship Employer Engagement Event: Wednesday 3rd July 2024 10am – 12noon. The Government’s Office for Health Improvement & Disparities are holding a webinar to share more information with organisations interested in this apprenticeship. Please find out more and book your place via this link
If you would like to know anything further about the programme itself, please contact: Gareth Evans, Client Services Manager on 01159374936 or [email protected]
How to Apply
If you would like to discuss or apply for an apprenticeship either for yourself, a member of staff or a vacancy for a new recruit, please complete the appropriate Training Hub Expression of Interest Form from the following options. This allows the apprenticeship team to complete basic pre-checks and to ensure the advice and guidance provided to you is tailored to your service. When relevant, application instructions (including tuition fee and funding instructions) will be sent.
Primary Care Online Expression of Interest Form. If you would like to discuss anything first, please email [email protected] or call Olivia on 07735161775
Social Care Online Expression of Interest Form. If you would like to discuss anything first, please email [email protected] or call Dawn on 07796 060023
