Apprentice Care Assistant

Earn. Learn. Build a Career with Purpose. Looking for more than just a job? This apprenticeship is a genuine career-launching opportunity with St Monica Trust, giving you real experience, a recognised qualification, and the chance to grow with us. You’ll earn while you learn, gaining a Level 2 Adult Care Worker qualification alongside hands-on experience in a professional, supportive environment. What’s in it for you? £11.25 per hour, plus enhancements where applicable 30 hours per week, including protected study time Monday - Sunday, 07:00 - 14:30 or 14:00 - 21:30 (every other weekend) Dedicated support from your team, manager, apprenticeship provider and Apprenticeship Lead A strong foundation for long-term career progression What you’ll be doing: You’ll be supporting people to live fulfilling, independent lives while building valuable skills for a career in care: Providing person-centred care and support to individuals with a range of needs Making a difference every day by supporting people with their independence, wellbeing and confidence Developing communication skills to build positive relationships with residents, families and professionals Supporting daily living activities such as personal care, nutrition and wellbeing Promoting dignity, respect, safeguarding and equality in all aspects of care Learning how to use care plans and digital systems to record what you do Working as part of a team with colleagues and health professionals to deliver high-quality care What could this lead to? While not guaranteed, many apprentices go on to permanent roles with St Monica Trust. Even if that isn’t what you’re looking for, you’ll finish with: A valuable qualification Real workplace experience A strong CV and clear progression options within health and social care What we’re looking for: A kind, caring nature and a real desire to make a positive difference in people’s lives Good communication skills and the ability to listen, understand and show A willingness to learn, grow and develop into a skilled care professional Basic IT skills to record information accurately (e.g. care notes and reports) Reliability, patience and a professional approach to supporting others Ability to work as part of a team and use your initiative when needed English and Maths GCSEs at grade 4/C (or equivalent), or a willingness to work towards achieving them as part of your apprenticeship Why St Monica Trust? This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to see the real-world impact of your work, building confidence, experience and a recognised qualification while contributing to services that support older people across our communities, now and for the future. Joining St Monica Trust means being part of a values‑led charity dedicated to creating communities where older people truly flourish. Guided by compassion, respect and inclusion, we focus on people first, supporting residents, colleagues and communities to live well, feel valued and belong. Alongside meaningful work, we offer an excellent benefits package that recognises and supports our people, visit our careers website to find out more: Careers At St Monica Trust | St Monica Trust This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. If you possess the necessary qualities and are interested in this rewarding role, we would love to hear from you Salary Ranges: £20,475.00 - £23,205.00 Time Type: Part time If you have any queries please email our Recruitment Team - recruitment@stmonicatrust.org.uk Communities where older people flourish - connection, contribution, choice We're committed to communities where older people flourish, and for us this means providing opportunities for our residents to enjoy treasured relationships, exercise choice and feel valued. We are a registered charity and not-for-profit offering a unique blend of welcoming retirement villages, specialist care homes and support for older people both in our communities and across our region. Because of the diverse nature of the Trust, there are a wide range of job opportunities – everything from care roles and nursing to housekeeping, catering, portering, administration, IT, HR, marketing, finance, and much more. Why work for us? We offer a wide variety of benefits, including industry leading rates of pay, generous pension scheme, subsidised staff meals and excellent training and career development opportunities, to name a few. To find out more visit our careers page. Can’t find a suitable role? Introduce yourself! Fill out this short form to register your interest and be the first in line for new job opportunities. St Monica Trust: A great place to work About St Monica Trust We have built a long-standing reputation for providing high quality care and support within our retirement villages and care homes. This is down to the exceptional people who work here - people who go the extra mile to build relationships with our residents and customers. We believe that’s it’s our dedicated team and our embedded values that make St Monica Trust such a great place to work. As a growing organisation, we are always on the look-out for caring, committed and professional people to join our team. St Monica Trust is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and job applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our recruitment team at recruitment@stmonicatrust.org.uk. Stay connected If you have any questions or would like to find out more, you can contact our friendly recruitment team by emailing recruitment@stmonicatrust.org.uk or calling 0117 949 4091. Keep up to date with all latest news and developments from the Trust on our social media platforms: Facebook: @stmonicatrust Twitter: @St_Monica_Trust Instagram: @stmonicatrust LinkedIn: @St Monica Trust Find us on Glassdoor.