Care Apprenticeships

Care Assistant Apprentice Start your career in care and discover where it could take you As a Care Assistant Apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to earn while you learn, gain hands-on experience supporting people in your local community and work towards a recognised care qualification. You don't need to have worked in care before.

What matters most is your attitude, reliability and genuine desire to make a difference to people's lives.

Your responsibilities

Providing friendly companionship and emotional support Helping customers with everyday routines Supporting with personal care in a respectful and dignified way Assisting with dressing and mobility Preparing meals and drinks Supporting customers with medication in line with your training and company procedures Helping with light household activities Encouraging independence rather than simply doing everything for someone Supporting customers to access their community and activities Observing changes in a customer's wellbeing and reporting concerns appropriately Keeping accurate care records Following individual care plans Communicating professionally with customers, families and colleagues Following safeguarding, confidentiality, health and safety and infection-control procedures Attending training, supervision and apprenticeship learning sessions Most importantly, you'll take the time to get to know the people you support and help them continue living life in the way they choose.

What you'll learn Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll combine practical experience with structured learning. You'll develop knowledge and skills in areas including: Person-centred care Communication Safeguarding Duty of care Equality, dignity and respect Health and safety Infection prevention and control Supporting independence Record keeping Professional working relationships Understanding different health and care needs Confidence when working with customers and families You'll be supported by experienced colleagues while gradually building your knowledge and responsibilities.

Who we're looking for Previous care experience isn't essential . We're looking for someone who is: Kind and compassionate Reliable and trustworthy Patient and understanding Comfortable talking to people from different backgrounds Willing to learn Able to work as part of a team Respectful of people's choices, privacy and independence Keen to develop a long-term career

Are you looking for more than just a job? A Care Assistant Apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to earn while you learn, gain hands-on experience supporting people in your local community and work towards a recognised care qualification. You don't need to have worked in care before. What matters most is your attitude, reliability and genuine desire to make a difference to people's lives.

You'll work alongside experienced members of our care team, developing the practical skills, confidence and knowledge needed to build a rewarding career in health and social care. One day a week will be spend remote learning. And your apprenticeship could be just the beginning. Rates of pay: Aged 19 to 20: £10.85 per hour Aged 21 and over: £12.

71 per hour Working pattern Mon – Sun Two shift patterns Week 1: 7am – 3pm Mon – Friday (weekends off) Week 2: 3pm – 11pm Mon, Wed, Friday, Sat, Sun (working weekend) 🚗 Learning to drive? Don't let that stop you applying! Due to the nature of community care, we are looking for drivers with access to a vehicle. However, if you're currently learning to drive and have your driving test coming up, please tell us when you apply .

If you've got the right attitude, compassion and enthusiasm for a career in care, we'd still really like to hear from you. Caremark Pulborough and Horsham - working in partnership with the Chichester College Group