Community Care Worker Apprentice

Are you looking to start a meaningful and rewarding career in care? Join our team as a Community Care Worker Apprentice and gain hands-on experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification in Health and Social Care.

At Leda Homecare Ltd, we know that different people need different types of care and different levels of care. We therefore offer a range of products which can be discussed and adapted to suit every client. We ensure that all our clients are the decision makers, and we work with them to make their day-to-day task as easy as possible.

Duties will include:

• Assisting with personal hygiene, dressing, and grooming.
• Supporting mobility and transportation needs.
• Providing companionship and emotional support.
• Helping with meal preparation and light household duties.
• Learning to administer medication safely.
• Recording care activities and reporting changes in client condition.

Skills we look for:

• Communication Skills – Able to listen actively and speak clearly with clients, families, and colleagues.
• Teamwork – Works well with others to provide consistent, high-quality care.
• Time Management – Organises tasks efficiently to meet clients’ needs.
• Problem-Solving – Responds calmly and thoughtfully to unexpected situations.
• Basic Cooking & Housekeeping – Prepares simple meals and helps maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Record-Keeping – Accurately documents care activities and observations.
• Basic IT Skills – Comfortable using digital tools for training or logging care notes.
• Respectful – Treats clients with dignity and honours their choices.
• Reliable – Shows up on time and follows through on responsibilities.
• Positive Attitude – Brings encouragement and optimism to clients’ lives.
• Discreet – Maintains confidentiality and respects privacy.
• Adaptable – Can adjust to different clients’ needs and changing situations.

Your Work Week:

• Role is community-based, so travelling between clients is essential in all weathers.
• Weekends are included in the rota.
• Hours can sometimes be long with time off during the day.

At Leda Healthcare, you will be working towards an Adult Care Worker L2 Apprenticeship over the course of 15 months.