Foundation

Care Assistant Apprentice

Prudent Domiciliary care

Ashford (TN23 1BB)

Closes on Friday 30 October 2026

Posted on 10 September 2026

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Summary

Foundation apprenticeships are introductory courses that help young people get started in an industry. You do not need to have any specific qualifications or experience to apply.

Anyone between 16 and 21 can start a foundation apprenticeship.

If you're between 22 and 24, you can start if you:

  • have an EHC plan
  • are in care or have been in care
  • are in prison or have been in prison
  • Start your journey in care today
  • We support the elderly in their own homes
  • This role involves providing personal care to clients 
Wage

£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Once completed, you will move to Level 3. Once level 3 is completed you will be on a wage of £13.20 per hour. 

 

Training course
Health and social care foundation apprenticeship (level 2)
Hours
Shifts are 6.00am - 3.00pm and 4.00pm - 10.00pm. Weekend work will be in the rota.

40 hours a week

Start date

Sunday 1 November 2026

Duration

8 months

Positions available

10

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

  • Personal Care: Help clients with washing, bathing, showering, dressing, grooming, and toileting or continence care.
  • Medication Support: Prompt or assist clients to take prescribed medicines following care plans.
  • Meals and Nutrition: Prepare meals, support with eating and drinking, and handle basic grocery shopping.
  • Household Support: Assist with light domestic duties such as laundry, tidying, and keeping the living space safe.
  • Companionship and Community: Provide emotional support, talk with clients, and help them get out or take part in social activities.

Where you'll work

Epps Building
Bridge Road
Ashford
TN23 1BB

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

EDUCATION & LEARNING ACADEMY LIMITED

Training course

Health and social care foundation apprenticeship (level 2)

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Training schedule

This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

You do not need to have any specific qualifications or experience to apply for a foundation apprenticeship.

Other requirements

  • You will need a car and driving licence
  • DBS

About this employer

Prudent Domiciliary Care is looking for a friendly, organised and motivated Care assisants Apprentice to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone beginning their career who would like to gain practical care experience while completing a recognised apprenticeship qualification. We particularly welcome applications from school or college leavers aged 17–19.

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After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Further progression may well be available in other areas within our sector, upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

EDUCATION & LEARNING ACADEMY LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000052886.

Apply now

Anyone between 16 and 21 can start a foundation apprenticeship.

If you're between 22 and 24, you can start if you:

  • have an EHC plan
  • are in care or have been in care
  • are in prison or have been in prison

Closes on Friday 30 October 2026