Health and Social Care Apprenticeship - Peterborough

Paragon Skills; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading training provider as an Apprentice Care Assistant in Peterborough. You will deliver vital support to clients in their homes while gaining a recognized health and social care qualification. Enjoy flexible working hours, competitive pay, and a supportive training environment.

Benefits

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible working hours

Free uniform and PPE

28 days paid annual leave (pro rata)

Full training provided

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Motivated individual with a compassionate mindset.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car required.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care and support daily routines.
• Communicate accurately and keep notes.
• Encourage independence and emotional wellbeing.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Education

None required (apprenticeship)

Job description

Job Description

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
  
  

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
  
  

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

Prospects

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