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Adult Care Worker Apprentice

Apra Care · CORNWALL COLLEGE
Location
Liskeard
Postcode
PL14 3UT
Salary
£20,982 a year
Duration
1 Year
Hours per week
30h
Positions available
1
Level
Level 2 – Intermediate
Qualification
Adult care worker (level 2)
Start date
11 January 2027
Application deadline
30 November 2026
Posted
1 October 2026
Vacancy reference
2000056712

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

About the role

Duties to include but are not limited to:

  • Supporting adults with a range of care and support needs
  • Showing understanding of person-centred care, dignity, choice, independence, and safeguarding
  • Following care plans, risk assessments, and organisational policies
  • Communicating effectively with service users, families, and multidisciplinary professionals
  • Working independently and as part of a team

Working week

Monday to Friday scheduled between 9am to 5pm, may work evenings and weekends.

Skills

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsNumber skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitness

Required qualifications

Desired
GCSE · English · Grade 3/D
Desired
GCSE · Maths · Grade 3/D

Training & development

  • You will work towards Level 2 or 3 Adult Care
  • You will be required to attend St Austell College a day a week as part of your apprenticeship training
  • You will receive on and off-the-job training and support from an assessor and an apprenticeship advisor
Future prospects
  • You may wish to progress onto a higher level apprenticeship

About Apra Care

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.