Adult Care Apprentice

About this apprenticeship

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’

What you could go on to do

As an apprentice with us, you aren’t just starting a job – you’re beginning a structured professional journey
Your career kicks off at Level 2, where you will master the fundamentals of person-centred care and essential communication skills
From there, we support your progression to Level 3, where you will take on increased responsibility as a Lead Practitioner or Senior Support Worker, helping to guide others and manage care delivery