Health and Social Care Apprenticeship - Peterborough

Looking to start a career in care? Join Caring Crew as an Apprentice Care Assistant and work in the community providing vital support. Access to a vehicle and full driving licence essential due to the nature of the role.

We are seeking a caring and motivated individual to join our team as an Apprentice Care Assistant, supporting people in their own homes throughout Peterborough. You will gain hands-on experience while working toward a recognised health and social care qualification.

Due to the community-based nature of the role, a full UK driving licence and access to a car is essential.

Responsibilities include:

Delivering personal care and supporting daily routine Helping with medication, meals, and mobility Ensuring dignity and respect in all aspects of care Keeping accurate notes and communicating with the team Supporting people to live independently and safely at home

Role Overview:

As an Apprentice Care Assistant, you’ll work alongside experienced carers in the field, learning best practices in care and communication. This role is perfect for someone who is compassionate, motivated, and looking to start a meaningful career in care.

Key Responsibilities:

Providing hands-on care in clients’ homes Encouraging independence and emotional wellbeing Logging visits and updates accurately Responding professionally to changing needs Working weekends and evenings on a rota basis

Benefits include:

Competitive hourly rate of £12.50 Mileage reimbursement between visits Flexible working hours with a supportive rota Free uniform and full PPE provided Full training provided with opportunity to gain a recognised qualification 28 days paid annual leave (pro rata) Supportive management team and regular supervision Opportunities for progression within the organisation

Training:

Paragon Skills is a leading national Apprenticeship training provider, supporting over 4,000 learners and 1,500 organisations. Paragon Skills has some of the highest success and achievement rates in the industry.

It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an overall achievement rate of 71.4%, exceeding the national average of 65.6%. Using a blended approach, learners are always at the forefront of our priorities. All learners are assigned a Personal Tutor who will be their main point of contact.

This involves regular catch-ups, check-in emails and calls. Your employer will agree to give you 20% of your working hours solely towards your study.

This will give you every chance to achieve the highest grade possible! On completion of this 12 month apprenticeship you will have gained; Adult Care Worker - Level 2 Apprenticeship.

Training Outcome:

Possibility of a full time role after the completion of the apprenticeship

Employer Description:
Caring Crew believes that the key to successful care is their investment in training, not only to care workers but also to managers. Four members of senior staff are trained trainers and can deliver Moving & Handling, CPR and Basic First Aid and Medication Management, in-house, which not only means that the training can be made relevant for the agency and the clients, it also gives us the flexibility to train and refresh training, when we need to, not when it’s available from third parties.

Working Hours :
Shifts range between 07:00 and 22:00, inc. alternate weekends. Days to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills