Level 2 Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship

Level 2 Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship

This is a paid apprenticeship combining hands-on experience with a nationally recognised Level 2 Adult Care qualification. It is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting older and vulnerable adults and wants to build a rewarding career in care.

Apprenticeship Overview:

- Salary:  £8.00 an hour,  Automatic pay increase after one year on programme for 19+ year olds

- Working Week: Monday - Sunday (A rota will be provided with your working hours for each day)

- Hours: 30 hours per week

- Duration:  13 months

- Level 2 Adult Care Apprenticeship standard qualification

- Online training supported by our dedicated tutor

- Location: First Floor, One Bell, 90 High Street, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 2BW (You will be required to travel across Watford and surrounding Hertfordshire areas)

What You’ll Do:

As an Adult Care Worker Apprentice, you will support service users in their own homes, helping them maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Supporting older and vulnerable adults with personal care, including washing, dressing, continence care and mobility.

- Assisting with meal preparation and supporting individuals with their daily routines.

- Prompting and, once trained and assessed as competent, administering medication.

- Encouraging service users to maintain their independence, social connections and usual routines.

- Completing accurate care records on the electronic care system after each visit.

- Identifying and immediately reporting any concerns regarding a service user's health, safety or wellbeing.

- Following safeguarding policies and all care procedures.

Your Training & Support

You will receive comprehensive training and support throughout your apprenticeship, including:

- A full induction and completion of the Care Certificate before working independently.

- Full training in moving and handling, medication and safeguarding.

- Initial shadowing alongside experienced carers.

- No unsupervised personal care until you have been fully trained, assessed and signed off as competent.

- A minimum of 6 hours of paid off-the-job training each week towards your qualification.

- Regular one-to-one supervision and spot checks.

- Ongoing support from a Team Leader.

What We Offer:

- Full training and support from experienced care professionals.

- A clear pathway into a permanent care position.

- Opportunities to progress to Level 3 following successful completion.

- The opportunity to make a genuine difference to people's lives.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this apprenticeship, you must:

- Be able to travel reliably across Watford and surrounding Hertfordshire areas.

- Hold a full driving licence and have access to your own vehicle – this is mandatory.

- Be willing to work a rota that may include weekends and bank holidays on a rotational basis.

- Have a genuine interest in supporting older and vulnerable people.

Qualifications:

- GCSEs in English and Maths at grades 4–9 (A*–C) desirable

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

The successful candidate will obtain a Level 2 Adult Care Apprenticeship standard qualification.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

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.

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