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 (You will need to be able to work between 7am till 9pm, A weekly rota will be provided with your working hours for each day) Depending on your shift pattern, lunch breaks are typically around two hours long, although this may vary
• Hours: 30-40 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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