Adult Care Apprentice

As an Adult Care Apprentice, you will develop the skills, knowledge, and behaviours required to deliver high-quality, compassionate, person-centred care to individuals living in a Barchester home or hospital.

Interviews will take place on a rolling basis once applications are received, with the majority expected around the April half-term period. Successful candidates will join one of two intake windows, in July or September, depending on completion of pre-employment checks.

You will complete a structured development programme leading to a Level 2 Adult Social Care qualification, which must be achieved within the agreed apprenticeship timescale. Working under the guidance of a mentor and experienced care staff, you will support the delivery of outstanding care while participating in Barchester's Whole Home Approach within the Care and Life Enrichment Framework.

Key Responsibilities:

Delivering Person-Centred Care

- Support residents with personal care, daily activities, and independence in line with individual support plans

- Promote dignity, privacy, choice, consent, and confidentiality always

- Contribute to residents' life enrichment and wellbeing through meaningful activities

- Support experienced care staff to observe, plan, and maintain accurate digital care records and support plans

- Assist in promoting residents' physical activity and overall wellbeing

Compliance, Safety, and Professional Practice

- Adhere to company policies, procedures, and statutory requirements

- Follow local safeguarding procedures and Duty of Candour requirements

- Ensure all care records are accurate, person-centred, and meet required standards

- Comply with accident and incident reporting procedures to maintain safety and manage risk

- Complete all mandatory and regulatory training within required timescales

- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Barchester policies and practices

- Always maintain strict confidentiality

Teamwork and Whole Home Approach

- Work collaboratively with the home team to support a positive, professional, and welcoming environment

- Build and maintain effective working relationships with all team members

- Contribute to the delivery of Barchester's Whole Home Approach in line with the Care and Life Enrichment Framework

Building Relationships

- Support new residents and their families during orientation to the home

- Build trust and rapport with residents, families, and friends

- Promote a positive and inclusive atmosphere by supporting life enrichment activities

- Communicate clearly, openly, and professionally always

You will also be entitled to some amazing benefits, which include;

- Free training and development for all roles

- Access to wellbeing and support tools

- A range of retail discounts and savings

- Unlimited referrals with our 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme

- 'Employee of the Month' rewards and 'Long Service Awards'