Health & Care Support Assistant Foundation Apprentice
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Company: Unity Reach (Care) Ltd
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Location: Stone, ST15 8ZL
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Health and science
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Ref: NAS-2000026915
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Application Deadline Date: 03/05/2026
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Start Date: 11/05/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: 30+ hours over 4 days. To be confirmed with the setting.
Brief Description
Health & Care support assistants working in a range of health and care settings (ie) care/nursing homes, hospitals, GPs, part of the community teams, residential support, learning disabilities. The broad purpose is to provide high-quality and compassionate care and support to individuals.
Training to be Provided
- 8 Month programme with day release to Newcastle College (ST5 2GB).
Future Prospects
Could lead to:
- Healthcare Support Worker (level 2).
- Adult Care Worker (Level 2).
- Lead Adult Care Worker (Level 3).
- Or any other apprenticeship.
Vacancy Detail
Daily role will vary depending on the workplace:
- Work in line with health, safety and environmental requirements
- Communicate and share information using verbal. On-verbal, written and digital methods
- Complete your own work tasks and ask for help when required.
- Work with colleagues to contribute to team outcomes.
- Help keep individuals safe and come to no harm
- Follow infection prevention and control precautions to protect yourself and others in the workplace
- Use digital systems and technology
- Apply basic food hygiene and preparation methods
- Move and handle equipment or other items safely and assist individuals
- Develop personal resilience
- Apply new learning and feedback to everyday practice
- Overcome challenges and adapt to changes to work
Other Information
- Age 16-21 years and up to 25 years if a care leaver or on an EHCP.