Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship

As a Care Support Apprentice, you will:

• Earn while you learn and work towards a recognised Adult Care Worker Level 2 apprenticeship
• Gain valuable hands-on experience supporting people in their own homes
• Help individuals maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life
• Receive training and support to develop a rewarding career in adult social care
• Become part of a caring team that makes a genuine difference every day

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting individuals with their daily routines while promoting independence, dignity and respect
• Reading and following care plans, risk assessments and guidance to deliver safe, personalised support
• Assisting with personal care, including washing, dressing, grooming and toileting where required
• Supporting individuals with mobility, moving and handling, and the safe use of equipment
• Preparing meals and drinks and providing support with eating and drinking
• Supporting with medication in accordance with your training, care plans and company procedures
• Completing accurate care records using digital systems and reporting any changes or concerns
• Providing companionship, conversation and social support to help reduce isolation
• Assisting with light household duties, including laundry and shopping, while maintaining a safe home environment
• Working closely with colleagues, families and healthcare professionals to provide high-quality care
• Following company policies, procedures, safeguarding requirements and confidentiality guidance
• Attending training sessions, team meetings, supervision sessions and progress reviews
• Wearing the correct uniform and representing the organisation professionally
• Meeting the necessary personal transport requirements when travelling between care visits

What we are looking for:

• A caring, reliable and positive attitude
• A genuine desire to help others and make a difference
• Good communication and listening skills
• A willingness to learn and develop new skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A respectful, compassionate and non-judgemental approach
• Reliability and a commitment to delivering high-quality care

All apprenticeship training will be delivered remotely by eTraining. You will take part in scheduled online training sessions and complete apprenticeship activities within the workplace. A full training schedule, including session dates and frequency will be provided once you commence your apprenticeship. You will need access to a laptop or desktop computer and a reliable internet connection.

Potential full-time employment for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Pre-employment checks. Please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment, the company completes digitalised right-to-work checks and DBS applications via an external provider -'Matrix Screening'. The company also completes an internal online social media search, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

Inspire ATA is an official Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, licenced by the Department for Education. Currently ranked 1st in the Rate My Apprenticeship Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK Award
Inspire ATA specialises in creating apprenticeship opportunities, where we recruit and employ the apprentice on behalf of our host clients, enabling us to offer additional support and a better experience for both the apprentice and the client as the experts in the industry. We arrange the most suitable and appropriate apprenticeship training from one of our partnered training providers. If you are successful in securing an apprenticeship with Inspire ATA, it is important to understand that Inspire ATA will be your employer and the apprenticeship placement will be a separate organisation that simply hosts you as an apprentice. As a Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, Inspire ATA performs an important role in developing the UK labour market and it is our responsibility to ensure that talent is recognised, developed, and matched with business needs, whatever the background of the individual, irrespective of gender, race, disability, age, religion or belief, relationship orientation, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity and gender reassignment. We are proud of the diverse nature of our business and work with clients to ensure that all candidates are treated with courtesy and respect.