Care Worker / Support Worker Apprenticeship – Level 2 Adult Care Worker Standard

APRA Care is recruiting Care Worker / Support Worker Apprentices to join our growing care team across Cornwall. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who have a genuine passion for supporting others and would like to work, earn and gain a recognised qualification at the same time.

Successful candidates will be employed by APRA Care for 30 hours per week, providing high-quality care and support to individuals in their own homes and within the community. Alongside their employment, apprentices will complete the Level 2 Adult Care Worker Standard, with apprenticeship training and learning provided by Cornwall College.

About the Role

As a Care Worker / Support Worker Apprentice, you will support vulnerable adults to live as safely, independently and confidently as possible. Support will always be person-centred and based on each individual's assessed needs, choices, preferences and desired outcomes.

Your responsibilities may include:

Supporting individuals with personal care while maintaining their privacy, dignity and independence.
Supporting and prompting individuals with medication in accordance with their care plan, training and APRA Care procedures.
Assisting with meal preparation, nutrition and hydration.
Providing companionship, reassurance and emotional support.
Supporting individuals with everyday household and daily living activities.
Supporting people to access their local community, appointments, activities and social opportunities.
Encouraging individuals to develop and maintain their independence, confidence and daily living skills.
Recognising and reporting changes in an individual's health, wellbeing or circumstances.
Maintaining accurate care records and communicating effectively with colleagues and other professionals.
Following safeguarding, health and safety, infection prevention, confidentiality and other relevant care policies and procedures.
Treating every individual with respect, compassion and dignity, while supporting their rights, choices and preferences.
Apprenticeship and Development

You do not need to know everything about care when you start. APRA Care will provide induction, practical training, supervision and ongoing support to help you develop into a confident and competent care professional.

Your apprenticeship learning will be delivered in partnership with Cornwall College, enabling you to develop your knowledge and practical skills while gaining valuable experience working within the adult social care sector.

We are looking for people who are caring, compassionate, reliable, respectful and willing to learn. Applicants should have good communication skills, understand the importance of confidentiality and professional boundaries, and be committed to providing safe and person-centred support.

A career with APRA Care is more than completing daily tasks. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to people's lives by helping them maintain their independence, dignity, safety, wellbeing and connection with their community.

For the right candidate, this apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for a long-term career in adult social care, with opportunities to continue developing skills, qualifications and responsibilities within APRA Care.

We are looking for caring, compassionate and motivated individuals who have a genuine interest in developing a career in adult social care. Previous care experience is not essential, as full training and support will be provided through APRA Care and the Level 2 Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship with Cornwall College. The ideal candidate will: Have a genuine passion for helping and supporting others. Treat every person with dignity, respect, kindness and compassion. Be committed to promoting the independence, choice, safety and wellbeing of the people they support. Be reliable, punctual and able to take responsibility for attending scheduled care visits and apprenticeship training. Have good communication and listening skills and be willing to build positive professional relationships with service users, families, colleagues and other professionals. Be patient, understanding and able to provide reassurance and emotional support when required. Be willing to support individuals with personal care, medication, meals, daily living activities and community access, depending on their assessed needs. Understand the importance of confidentiality, safeguarding and professional boundaries, with training provided to develop this knowledge further. Be willing to learn and follow individual care plans, risk assessments, company policies and safe working practices. Be able to recognise when something is not right and understand the importance of reporting concerns promptly to the appropriate person. Be open to feedback, supervision and continuous learning and demonstrate a positive attitude towards completing the apprenticeship qualification. Be able to work both independently and as part of the wider APRA Care team. Be flexible and dependable, as adult social care may involve working different shifts, including weekends, depending on the service requirements. Have a positive attitude towards equality, diversity and inclusion, respecting each person's individual background, beliefs, preferences and choices. Be interested in building a long-term career in health and social care, with opportunities to develop and progress following successful completion of the apprenticeship. Above all, we are looking for people with the right values and attitude. Skills can be developed through training, but candidates should come to APRA Care with a genuine desire to care for others, a willingness to learn and a commitment to providing safe, respectful and person-centred support.

A typical day as a Care Worker / Support Worker Apprentice with APRA Care is varied, rewarding and focused on helping people live safely and independently in their own homes and communities.

Your day will usually begin by checking your rota and the care plans for the individuals you are supporting. You will travel to scheduled visits within your allocated area of Cornwall, with each visit providing different opportunities to support an individual’s needs, choices and agreed outcomes.

During a morning visit, you may support someone to get ready for their day. This could include personal care, dressing, mobility support, preparing breakfast, medication support and encouraging the person to complete tasks independently wherever possible.

Later visits may involve preparing meals and drinks, supporting with shopping or household activities, attending appointments, accessing the community, or providing companionship and emotional reassurance. Some individuals may require more practical support, while others may mainly need encouragement to develop their confidence and independent living skills.

Throughout your working day, you will observe each individual’s health and wellbeing, complete accurate care records and report any changes or concerns to the appropriate APRA Care team member. You will be expected to follow care plans, risk assessments, safeguarding procedures and safe working practices at all times.

As an apprentice, part of your working week will also involve paid apprenticeship training and learning with Cornwall College. You will have opportunities to apply what you learn during your apprenticeship directly to your work with the people you support.

No two days in care are exactly the same. You will meet different people with different needs, preferences and personalities. What remains consistent is your responsibility to provide safe, compassionate and person-centred support that promotes dignity, choice, independence and wellbeing.

By the end of each day, you will know that your work has contributed to helping people remain connected to their community and live their lives with as much choice, control and independence as possible.

APRA Care is a dedicated care provider based in Cornwall, committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support to individuals in need of care and assistance. Our services are designed to promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing, ensuring that every person we support receives compassionate and professional care tailored to their unique needs. We offer a wide range of services, including domiciliary care, personal care, respite support, and assistance with daily living activities. At APRA Care, we work closely with service users, families, and local authorities to create individualised care plans that uphold the highest standards of safety, respect, and confidentiality. Our trained and caring staff strive to make a positive difference in the lives of those we support, helping them live comfortably and confidently within their own homes and communities across Cornwall.