Adult Care Worker Apprentice

APRA Care is a dedicated care agency based in Cornwall, committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support to individuals in need of care and assistance. They are offering an exciting opportunity to join their dynamic team as either Level 2 or Level 3 Adult Care apprentice!

What you'll do

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

Training

• 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

After the apprenticeship

• You may wish to progress onto a higher level apprenticeship

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Number skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Qualifications

• Desired: GCSE, English (grade 3/D)
• Desired: GCSE, Maths (grade 3/D)

About the employer

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.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Adult care worker (level 2), Care services
• Apprenticeship level: Intermediate (level 2)
• Training provider: CORNWALL COLLEGE
• Expected duration: 1 Year
• Hours: 30 hours a week. Working week: Monday to Friday scheduled between 9am to 5pm, may work evenings and weekends.
• Start date: 2 November 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £20,982 a year