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Apprentice Care Assistant

HEALTHCARE HOMES GROUP LIMITED · LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED
Location
Ipswich
Postcode
IP1 3PA
Salary
£29,972.80 a year
Duration
1 Year 3 Months
Hours per week
44h
Positions available
1
Level
Level 2 – Intermediate
Qualification
Adult care worker (level 2)
Start date
8 December 2026
Application deadline
1 December 2026
Posted
5 November 2026
Vacancy reference
2000062812

Apprenticeships are open from age 16, once you have finished Year 11 (S4 in Scotland).

About the role

Handford House provides a high standard of holistic nursing care provision to each individual living and staying at the home at all times. The home offers a warm, friendly, comfortable and safe environment, and we promote and support personal choices and individual care at all times. With 52 bedrooms arranged across two floors, this care home in Ipswich provides dedicated accommodation alongside a range of communal spaces for residents.

What would a typical day look like?

  • Supporting individuals with personal care (hygiene, washing, dressing, etc.)
  • Providing companionship and offering social interaction
  • Maintaining accurate resident records

Whether you are an experienced care assistant or support worker or are looking to start a new career in a rewarding and fulfilling role we will provide you with a thorough induction and training programme to further develop your skills along with the support and guidance of a well-established team who truly value their colleagues.

In return we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Company Pension
  • 5.6 weeks paid holiday pay
  • Refer a Friend scheme worth up to £1000 per person
  • Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental health and wellbeing
  • Extensive training courses through our Healthcare Homes Academy
  • Qualifications and Apprenticeship opportunities including Advanced Healthcare Practitioner
  • Blue Light Card offering a number of discounts across retail and hospitality
  • Recognition and Long Service awards

Established in 2005, Healthcare Homes Group has an existing portfolio comprising of 48 residential and nursing homes located across East Anglia and the South of England. We are a Top 20 provider within the care sector and our ethos is to deliver the best person-centred care to all our residents.

If you are looking for a new and rewarding role and want to be part of our growing team of healthcare professionals, then get in touch or apply today.

Working week

44 hours per week (includes alternate weekends). Day shifts - 8.00am to 8.00pm. 48 hours per week (includes alternate weekends). Night shifts - 8.00pm to 8.00am.

Skills

Communication skillsAttention to detailCustomer care skillsTeam workingPatience

Training & development

Future prospects

Ongoing training and development.

About HEALTHCARE HOMES GROUP LIMITED

At Healthcare Homes, we believe our dedication to exceptional care makes us stand out from the crowd. We’re proud to say our team of over 3,500 of the most professional and caring individuals work in our 48 care homes, 8 homecare branches, live-in care services and specialist services across the South and East of England.

Website
www.healthcarehomes.co.uk/
Contact phone
01206 987499
Contact email
recruitment@healthcarehomes.co.uk