Apprentice Healthcare Support Worker

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training programme

Support from Vocational Trainers

Job summary

The Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust is seeking motivated individuals for the role of Apprentice Healthcare Support Workers. This full-time apprenticeship is an 18-month fixed-term contract that often leads to permanent positions.

Applicants must be aged 18 or over, hold English and Maths GCSEs, and should not have a degree in a health-related subject. The program includes comprehensive training, with cohorts starting in September 2026.

Qualifications

• Must be aged 18 or over on the date of starting.
• Must have lived in the UK for 3 years prior to enrolment.
• Must NOT hold a degree or significant healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in clinical areas to deliver care to patients.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills.
• Work under pressure with a caring approach.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Genuine interest in caring for people

Education

English and Maths GCSEs (grades 9–1 / A*–G or equivalent)

Job description

Role Overview

We are looking to recruit motivated, caring, compassionate individuals for the role of Apprentice Healthcare Support Workers. The Apprenticeship programme offers a full‑time 18‑month fixed‑term contract which in most cases leads to a permanent position with Calderdale & Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust.

Applicants must be aged 18 or over on the date of starting and have lived in the UK for 3 years prior to enrolment. You must hold English and Maths GCSEs with grades 9–1 / A*–G or equivalent. You MUST NOT hold a degree, level four qualification or above in a health‑related subject, nor have significant healthcare experience.

The programme will include the following training:

• Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship
• Care Certificate
• BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Care

You will be required to work in clinical areas as a member of the team to deliver care to patients, demonstrate excellent communication skills, work under pressure, and show genuine interest in caring for people.

Benefit: comprehensive training programme with support from Vocational Trainers to enhance knowledge.

Cohort planned to start September 2026; must be able to clear employment promptly. Interviews will be held week commencing 6th July.