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Senior Adult Care Worker Apprentice

ARMSCARE LIMITED · NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Location
King S Lynn
Postcode
PE31 8LS
Salary
£20,124 a year
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Hours per week
30h
Positions available
1
Level
Level 3 – Advanced
Qualification
Lead adult care worker (level 3)
Start date
1 December 2026
Application deadline
30 November 2026
Posted
8 September 2026
Vacancy reference
2000052151

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

About the role

  • Learn how to develop, review and adapt person‑centred care plans, using your growing knowledge to support high‑quality care
  • Build advanced skills in monitoring vital signs such as blood pressure and heart rate, understanding how to record and report findings accurately
  • Gain confidence completing medication records and supporting safe medication practices in line with organisational procedures
  • Plan, lead and evaluate meaningful activities that promote residents’ wellbeing, independence and social engagement
  • Develop communication skills by updating families on their relative’s progress in a supportive and professional way
  • Learn to supervise care workers, offering guidance, role‑modelling best practice and helping new starters settle into their roles
  • Be trained to provide emergency cover when required, following agreed ways of working and escalating concerns appropriately
  • Take part in multidisciplinary team meetings, learning how care is coordinated with healthcare professionals and service managers

Working week

We offer flexible working with 30 hours per week part-time/full-time options from 20-35 hours available. Shifts include days, evenings and some weekends. We'll work with you to create a rota that suits you while delivering high-quality care.

Skills

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsTeam workingInitiativeNon judgementalPatienceCompassionateWilling to learnFlexibilitySome experience required

Training & development

  • Lead Adult Care Worker Level 3
  • 1:1 support in the workplace with a dedicated apprenticeship tutor
  • Workshops planned to suit the diary of all parties
  • Monthly reviews
  • Workplace mentor provided
  • Quarterly reviews
Future prospects

ARMSCARE is deeply committed to helping every team member grow. We invest in high‑quality training, ongoing development and clear career pathways, and we’re proud of our strong track record of promoting from within. Many of our senior carers and leaders began their journey with us, and we actively support apprentices to progress into higher‑level roles as their skills and confidence grow.

Things to consider

  • Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
  • Be a UK resident or living in the UK or EU for the last three years for apprenticeship eligibility
  • Some previous experience in care for this level 3

About ARMSCARE LIMITED

ARMSCARE provides care home services to those in need. We have several care homes in and around the Kings Lynn area and West Norfolk region. All with a warm, friendly, and welcoming atmosphere. 
 
Docking House - Docking
Norfolk Lodge - Hunstanton 
Summerville House - Heacham 
Terrington Lodge -  Terrington St. Clement 
Driftwood House - Hunstanton
Whitehaven - Sheringham ​
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ARMSCARE is dedicated and committed to the care of all our residents and has particular experience in assisting those who have been diagnosed with a varying range of dementia-related illnesses.

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For up to date events and activities, please see our facebook page.

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Website
www.armscare.co.uk/