Adult Care Apprentice
BARCHESTER HEALTHCARE LIMITED
Ludlow (SY8 1LS)
Closes on Tuesday 30 June 2026
Posted on 19 May 2026
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Summary
Boost your Career at Barchester as an Adult Care Apprentice and transform your passion for helping others into a lifelong career. This isn't just a job; it’s a fully supported journey where you’ll learn from the best while earning your professional Adult Social Care Qualification.
- Wage
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£19,827.60 a year
- Training course
- Adult care worker (level 2)
- Hours
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A minimum of 30 hours per week between the hours of 8am and 7pm, including weekends. Exact shifts to be confirmed.
30 hours a week
- Start date
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Wednesday 1 July 2026
- Duration
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1 year 3 months
- Positions available
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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
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’
Where you'll work
Barchester Healthcare Hagley Place Care Home Ludlow
Foldgate Lane
Ludlow
SY8 1LS
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
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
Other requirements
The key dates provided should be used as a guide only. If the position is filled, the vacancy will close early.
About this employer
At Barchester, we celebrate life and all that means to the people we support. By recognising and treating each person as an individual, we seek to truly get to know everything that makes them unique, to provide the highest standard of personalised care.
When you join the Barchester family, we don’t just want you to feel valued, we want you to truly love what you do. This is your chance to make a difference every day.
After this apprenticeship
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.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000032043.
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Closes on Tuesday 30 June 2026
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