Health Care Assistant Apprentice

Bsmhft; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Care Assistant Apprentice role based at Reaside Clinic and The Tamarind Centre in Birmingham within the Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Earn £15,600 per annum, working full time (37.5 hours/week) while gaining practical healthcare experience and a Level 2 Adult Care qualification.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team, providing compassionate, person-centred support across medium secure sites and pathways into a healthcare career with future development

Qualifications

• Maths and English GCSE at grade 4-9 (Applicants must be 18 and over).
• Willingness to learn and complete Level 2 in Adult Care.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate, person-centred care to service users under supervision of qualified staff.
• Assist with activities of daily living and support engagement in recovery-focused activities.
• Maintain a safe, clean and therapeutic environment in diverse healthcare settings.

Job description

Main area Health Care Assistant Apprentice Grade Apprenticeships: Apprenticeship Contract Apprenticeship: 12 months (12 month Training Contract, Learning provider: Performance Through People) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 436-8332105

Site Reaside Clinic & Tamarind Centre Town Birmingham Salary £15,600 per annum, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 13/10/2026 23:59

Please note that this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Job overview

Exciting opportunity — start your career in healthcare with us as a Health Care Assistant Apprentice!

Step into a role where every day makes a difference. We’re looking for enthusiastic, caring individuals to join our team across our medium secure sites: Reaside Clinic and The Tamarind Centre.

The Health Care Assistant Apprentice is an entry-level role designed to provide individuals with the opportunity to gain practical experience and recognised qualifications while working within a healthcare environment. The post holder will support the delivery of high-quality, compassionate and person-centred care to service users under the supervision of qualified healthcare professionals.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the apprentice will assist with day-to-day care and support activities, promote recovery and independence, and contribute to maintaining a safe, therapeutic and inclusive environment. The role provides exposure to a range of healthcare settings and enables the apprentice to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to deliver effective care and support.

Alongside their employment, the apprentice will undertake a Level 2 Adult Care qualification, receiving structured learning and workplace support to build competence and confidence in the role. This apprenticeship offers a valuable pathway into a healthcare career, with opportunities for future development within health and social care services.

Main duties of the job

The Health Care Assistant Apprentice will work as part of the multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality, compassionate, person-centred care to service users in a variety of healthcare settings. Under the supervision of qualified healthcare professionals, the post holder will support the delivery of safe and effective care, promoting recovery, independence, dignity and wellbeing.

The apprentice will assist service users with activities of daily living, support engagement in therapeutic and recovery-focused activities, observe and report changes in service users' mental, physical and emotional health, and contribute to maintaining a safe, clean and therapeutic environment. The post holder will undertake duties appropriate to their level of training and competence, working in accordance with Trust policies, procedures and professional standards.

Working for our organisation

Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.

Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.

We are unable to support applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work the United Kingdom (UK)

Training & Qualifications

• Maths and English GCSE at a grade 4-9 if under the age of 19 (Applicants must be 18 and over)
• Willingness to learn and complete Level 2 in Adult Care

Knowledge And Experience

• Understanding of the importance of delivering person-centred care.
• Basic awareness of mental health and wellbeing.
• Knowledge of Microsoft packages word/ excel/outlook

Our Trust is committed to treating individuals fairly and ensuring they have the same opportunities to fulfil their potential, even if this means doing things differently for different people sometimes. We are working hard to ensure our workforce reflects the diversity within Birmingham and Solihull and that our services meet the needs of all diverse service users and carers.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our safe recruitment practice pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. As part of the selection process you may be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, however all cases of criminal record history are dealt with on a case by case basis.

Please note, if applicable for your role you will be required to cover the cost of your DBS certificate. This will be deducted from your salary over 3 months. You will also be required to sign up to the DBS Update Service before commencement with the Trust. The Trust will reimburse this. You will be contractually obliged to maintain your subscription.

All successful applicants will be required to complete the Trust’s induction programme. The Fundamental (Statutory and Mandatory) training will be in an e-learning format. You will be required to complete training modules online (approx. 9-14 hours depending on post) by the end of your second week with us.

If you are successful at the shortlisting stage of the recruitment process we may contact you via email to advise you of the interview details. Please ensure you access your email account from which you applied regularly once the position has closed. Our selection process may involve more than one interview or assessment.

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the United Kingdom (UK) are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, please ensure that you check if this role meets the eligibility criteria for sponsorship. Non UK /Republic of Ireland candidates wishing to apply can self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship here Browse: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) . The minimum salary threshold for a Health and Social Care is £25,000 and for the Skilled Worker route is £38,700. If the starting salary for this role is below this, we will not be able to provide sponsorship.

Relocation expenses may be reimbursed subject to eligibility. The policy provides for reimbursement up to £8,000.

Please note - if you are applying for a role within Police custody, due to Police Vetting requirements you must have been a UK resident for the last years.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Hazel Ndoro & Lynsey Wier Job title Clinical Services Manager Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 0121 301 3068 Additional information

Please contact:
Lynsey Wier for Reaside Clinic - lynsey. [e-mail] - 0121 301 3068

Hazel Ndoro for Tamarind Centre - [e-mail] - 0121 301 0820