Home Care Assistant Apprentice
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Company: JADEE'S NURSING AGENCY LIMITED
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Location: COLCHESTER, CO1 2ZF
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £17,550.00 per year
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Sector: Care services
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Ref: NAS-2000009854
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Application Deadline Date: 27/03/2026
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Start Date: 30/03/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Shift-based between 7am and 10pm, including mornings, evenings, and alternate weekends (rota-based with breaks in between). 30 – 40 hours per week, depending on rota and business needs.
Brief Description
Join our team as a Home Care Assistant Apprentice, supporting vulnerable individuals in their daily lives. You will learn practical care skills, gain hands-on experience, and provide compassionate support while working towards your qualification.
Training to be Provided
- The apprentice will be working towards the Adult Care Worker Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard including the City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Care.
- Apprentices will receive 1-to-1 tutor support from an assessor with tuition arranged on an individual basis.
Future Prospects
After completing the apprenticeship, candidates may progress to:
- Qualified Care Assistant / Support Worker
- Senior Care Assistant
- Care Coordinator
- Team Leader / Supervisor
- Opportunities to move into Nursing, Healthcare, or further Level 3
qualifications within social care
Vacancy Detail
- Support service users with personal care such as washing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assist with meal preparation, hydration, and monitoring nutritional
needs. - Help service users maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable home
environment. - Provide companionship, emotional support, and encourage
independence. - Record daily notes accurately and report any concerns to senior
staff. - Support mobility needs, including safe moving and handling (with
training). - Follow care plans, safeguarding procedures, and health & safety
guidelines.
Other Information
- Role involves travelling between service users’ homes. Applicants must hold a driving licence.
- Work may include early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
- Regular lone working and must be able to work in community settings.
- Must be comfortable providing personal care.
- A DBS check will be required.