Adult Care Apprentice

As an Adult Care Apprentice, you will develop the skills, knowledge, and behaviours required to deliver high-quality, compassionate, person-centred care to individuals living in a Barchester home or hospital.

You will complete a structured development programme leading to a Level 2 Adult Social Care qualification, which must be achieved within the agreed apprenticeship timescale. Working under the guidance of a mentor and experienced care staff, you will support the delivery of outstanding care while participating in Barchester’s Whole Home Approach within the Care and Life Enrichment Framework.

Key Responsibilities:

Delivering Person-Centred Care

• Support residents with personal care, daily activities, and independence in line with individual support plans
• Promote dignity, privacy, choice, consent, and confidentiality always
• Contribute to residents’ life enrichment and wellbeing through meaningful activities
• Support experienced care staff to observe, plan, and maintain accurate digital care records and support plans
• Assist in promoting residents’ physical activity and overall wellbeing

Compliance, Safety, and Professional Practice

• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and statutory requirements
• Follow local safeguarding procedures and Duty of Candour requirements
• Ensure all care records are accurate, person-centred, and meet required standards
• Comply with accident and incident reporting procedures to maintain safety and manage risk
• Complete all mandatory and regulatory training within required timescales
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Barchester policies and practices
• Always maintain strict confidentiality

Teamwork and Whole Home Approach

• Work collaboratively with the home team to support a positive, professional, and welcoming environment
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with all team members
• Contribute to the delivery of Barchester’s Whole Home Approach in line with the Care and Life Enrichment Framework

Building Relationships

• Support new residents and their families during orientation to the home
• Build trust and rapport with residents, families, and friends
• Promote a positive and inclusive atmosphere by supporting life enrichment activities
• Communicate clearly, openly, and professionally always

Benefits:

• Free training and development for all roles
• Access to wellbeing and support tools
• A range of retail discounts and savings
• Unlimited referrals with our ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus scheme
• ‘Employee of the Month’ rewards and ‘Long Service Awards’

What happens at the end:

As an apprentice with us, you aren’t just starting a job—you’re beginning a structured professional journey. Your career kicks off at Level 2, where you will master the fundamentals of person-centred care and essential communication skills. From there, we support your progression to Level 3, where you will take on increased responsibility as a Lead Practitioner or Senior Support Worker, helping to guide others and manage care delivery.

Skills:

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Customer care skills
• Team working
• Patience

Key details:

• Wage: £19,827.60 a year
• Working week: A minimum of 30 hours per week between the hours of 8am and 7pm, including weekends. Exact shifts to be confirmed.
• Hours: 30 hours per week
• Duration: 1 Year 3 Months
• Start date: 2026-11-24
• Closing date: 2026-11-17
• Apprenticeship standard: Adult care worker (level 2)
• Training provider: LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED