Community Care Worker Apprentice

LEDA HOMECARE LTD

NOTTS (S80 3LR)

Closes in 16 days (Thursday 11 June 2026)

Posted on 17 April 2026

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Summary

Are you looking to start a meaningful and rewarding career in care? Join our team as a Community Care Worker Apprentice and gain hands-on experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification in Health and Social Care.

Wage

£19,240 a year

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Training course
Adult care worker (level 2)
Hours
30 hours per week, on a shift pattern basis including bank holidays, weekends. Exact shifts to be confirmed

30 hours a week

Start date

Thursday 18 June 2026

Duration

1 year 3 months

Positions available

1

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

At Leda Homecare Ltd, we know that different people need different types of care and different levels of care. We therefore offer a range of products which can be discussed and adapted to suit every client. We ensure that all our clients are the decision makers and we work with them to make their day to day task as easy as possible.

Duties Will Include:

  • Assisting with personal hygiene, dressing, and grooming
  • Supporting mobility and transportation needs
  • Providing companionship and emotional support
  • Helping with meal preparation and light household duties
  • Learning to administer medication safely
  • Recording care activities and reporting changes in client condition

Skills we look for:

  • Communication Skills– Able to listen actively and speak clearly with clients, families, and colleagues
  • Teamwork– Works well with others to provide consistent, high-quality care
  • Time Management– Organises tasks efficiently to meet clients’ needs
  • Problem-Solving– Responds calmly and thoughtfully to unexpected situations
  • Basic Cooking & Housekeeping– Prepares simple meals and helps maintain a clean, safe environment
  • Record-Keeping– Accurately documents care activities and observations
  • Basic IT Skills– Comfortable using digital tools for training or logging care notes
  • Respectful– Treats clients with dignity and honours their choices
  • Reliable– Shows up on time and follows through on responsibilities
  • Positive Attitude– Brings encouragement and optimism to clients’ lives
  • Discreet– Maintains confidentiality and respects privacy
  • Adaptable– Can adjust to different clients’ needs and changing situations

Your Work Week:

  • Role is community based so travelling between clients is essential in all weathers
  • Weekends are included in rota
  • Hours can sometimes be long with time off during the day

At Leda Health care, you will be working towards an Adult Care Worker Level 2 Apprenticeship over the course of 15 months.

Where you'll work

G1 CARRIAGE COURT
WELBECK
WORKSOP
NOTTS
S80 3LR

Training

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

Training provider

LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED

Training course

Adult care worker (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

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Team working
  • Patience

Other requirements

  • A driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferred but not essential
  • Some evening or weekend work may be required

About this employer

Leda Homecare Ltd is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), to provide domiciliary care services for people in the comfort of their own homes. We also provide one to one support for people and their families, who are unable to gain respite care.

https://www.ledahomecare.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

  • Opportunity for permanent employment upon completion
  • Progression to advanced roles or further qualifications in Health and Social Care
  • Mentor/ Buddy
  • Team Leader
  • Care Coordinator
  • Registered Manager

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000027145.

Apply now

Closes in 16 days (Thursday 11 June 2026)

After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.