Community Care Worker Apprentice

At Leda Homecare Ltd, we know that different people need different types of care and different levels of care. We therefore offer a range of products which can be discussed and adapted to suit every client. We ensure that all our clients are the decision makers and we work with them to make their day to day task as easy as possible.

Duties will include:

Assisting with personal hygiene, dressing, and grooming Supporting mobility and transportation needs Providing companionship and emotional support Helping with meal preparation and light household duties Learning to administer medication safely Recording care activities and reporting changes in client condition

Skills we look for:

Communication Skills - Able to listen actively and speak clearly with clients, families, and colleagues Teamwork - Works well with others to provide consistent, high-quality care Time Management - Organises tasks efficiently to meet clients' needs Problem-Solving - Responds calmly and thoughtfully to unexpected situations Basic Cooking & Housekeeping - Prepares simple meals and helps maintain a clean, safe environment Record-Keeping - Accurately documents care activities and observations Basic IT Skills - Comfortable using digital tools for training or logging care notes Respectful - Treats clients with dignity and honours their choices Reliable - Shows up on time and follows through on responsibilities Positive Attitude - Brings encouragement and optimism to clients' lives Discreet - Maintains confidentiality and respects privacy Adaptable - Can adjust to different clients' needs and changing situations

Your work week:

Role is community based so travelling between clients is essential in all weathers. Weekends are included in rota Hours can sometimes be long with time off during the day

At Leda Health care, you will be working towards an Adult Care Worker Level 2 Apprenticeship over the course of 15 months.

Training:

Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship Level 2, including Functional Skills in Maths and English.

Training Outcome:
Opportunity for permanent employment upon completion Progression to advanced roles or further qualifications in Health and Social Care Mentor / Buddy Team Leader Care Coordinator Registered Manager

Employer Description:
Leda Homecare Ltd is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), to provide domiciliary care services for people in the comfort of their own homes. We also provide one to one support for people and their families, who are unable to gain respite care.

Working Hours :
30 hours per week, on a shift pattern basis including bank holidays, weekends. Exact shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Team Working,Organisation Skills