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.

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.

As a Care Worker / Support Worker Apprentice with APRA Care, you will work as part of a professional care team while completing your Level 2 Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship. Your key responsibilities will include:

Provide Personal Care: Support individuals with personal hygiene, washing, dressing, grooming, continence care and other personal care needs while protecting their privacy, dignity and choices at all times.
Support Daily Living: Assist with meal and drink preparation, shopping, light household duties, laundry and other everyday activities to help individuals maintain a safe, comfortable and suitable home environment.
Medication Support: Prompt, assist or administer prescribed medication only where authorised, trained and competent to do so, following the individual’s care plan, medication records and APRA Care policies and procedures.
Promote Independence and Choice: Encourage individuals to do as much as they can for themselves, make informed choices and participate in decisions about their daily lives rather than unnecessarily doing tasks for them.
Community Access: Support individuals to safely access their local community, appointments, shopping, social activities and other opportunities that are important to them.
Emotional Support and Companionship: Provide compassionate companionship, reassurance and a listening ear, supporting individuals’ emotional wellbeing and reducing social isolation.
Follow Person-Centred Care Plans: Understand and follow each individual’s care plan, risk assessments, preferences and agreed outcomes, ensuring support is delivered safely, consistently and in a person-centred manner.
Observe, Record and Report: Accurately record the care and support provided and promptly report changes in an individual’s health, behaviour, mobility, wellbeing or home environment to the appropriate person.
Safeguarding: Remain alert to signs of abuse, neglect, exploitation or other safeguarding concerns and immediately report concerns in accordance with APRA Care’s safeguarding procedures.
Health and Safety: Follow safe working practices, including infection prevention and control, moving and handling guidance, risk assessments and emergency procedures.
Maintain Confidentiality: Protect personal and sensitive information and maintain appropriate professional boundaries at all times.
Communication and Teamwork: Communicate effectively with individuals, colleagues, families and relevant health and social care professionals to support safe and consistent care.
Maintain Accurate Records: Complete care notes, medication records, incident reports and other required documentation accurately, factually and promptly.
Professional Conduct: Represent APRA Care professionally and demonstrate kindness, respect, reliability, honesty and accountability while working in accordance with company policies and relevant regulatory requirements.
Apprenticeship Learning: Actively participate in the Level 2 Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship, including attending required training with Cornwall College, completing coursework and assessments, participating in workplace learning and applying new knowledge and skills in practice.
Training and Development: Complete APRA Care’s mandatory training, induction, competency assessments, supervision and ongoing professional development requirements.

The apprentice will always be expected to work within their level of training, competence and responsibility, seeking guidance from a senior member of the APRA Care team whenever they are unsure or have concerns about an individual’s care, safety or wellbeing.

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.