Level 3 Community Home Care Support Worker Apprentice

For more information regarding this apprenticeship please contact us.

Closing Date:

1 November, 2026

Expected Duration:

1 Year 6 Months

Apprenticeship Level:

Advanced

Number of Positions:

Hours per week:

37.5

Wage Information:

£15,600 to £24,784.50 a year

Employer's Website:

https://lotushomecare.co.uk/

Address:

Barnsley Business & Innovation Centre

Innovation Way

Barnsley

S75 1JL

Description

Lotus Home Care are looking for caring and reliable people to support Clients in their own homes. This is a full-time paid role with training included, giving you the chance to gain a recognised Level 3 qualification while building a rewarding career in care.

Training Description:

The successful candidate will continue their studies with apprenticeship specialists
RNN Group both remotely and from one of their campuses or on-site at work, giving you the training and support you need to become a well-rounded and successful Health & Social Care Professional
On going training with Lotus home care including Oliver McGowan Tier 2

Full Description:

As a Health & Social Care Apprentice, you will be trained to be responsible for (but not limited to) the following:

Deliver high-quality, person-centred care tailored to individual needs
Take an active role in creating and reviewing care plans
You will support the new staff shadowing you
Undergo training on our rota systems
Administer or assist with medication (where trained and authorised)
Liaise with families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies
Record, monitor, and report on health and well-being
Support individuals with complex needs such as dementia, learning disabilities, or physical impairments
Uphold safeguarding responsibilities, acting promptly to protect vulnerable individuals
Travel between clients’ homes (mileage reimbursed)
Attend training, workshops, and complete off-job learning for your apprenticeship

As a Level 3 apprentice, you will take on greater responsibility in providing and coordinating care. You will be working towards the Level 3 Apprenticeship in Adult Care, preparing for senior roles such as Lead Care Worker or Supervisor.

If you are committed and ready to take your first step into a real career with a fantastic close-knit team, then please apply now!

This apprenticeship and opportunity will be highly competitive, so please don’t miss your chance!

Outcome Description:

Further and higher skill development within the business

Description of Working Week:

7 days a week, rota to be discussed with manager.

Skills Required:

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience
Compassionate
Ability to work independently

Qualifications Required:

GCSE Maths & English A*-C/9-4 Desired

Things To Consider:

Candidates must be able to drive and have access to a vehicle.

This is a successful business with a fantastic reputation that works to a tight schedule. They are looking for someone who can get there in a morning punctually (think about the location of the business and transport links), listen/learn and use their own initiative to quickly become a valued and productive team member.

Due to insurance purposes, we cannot consider candidates under 18.

Successful candidates will need a full DBS check.

Employer Description:

At Lotus Home Care, we recognise that being a carer is about more than just practical support. Great quality care comes from being a person to rely on emotionally, as well as physically. It is this understanding that has given us an outstanding reputation and enabled us to pass the ‘Me and Mum test’.
With eleven offices based in Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, East Riding and the Humber, our committed and experienced group of compassionate individuals work hard to provide a positive experience for all service users, focusing on the unique needs of each person so that they can enjoy a full and happy life.