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Foundation Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care
Foundation apprenticeships are introductory courses that help young people get started in an industry. You do not need to have any specific qualifications or experience to apply.
Anyone between 16 and 21 can start a foundation apprenticeship. If you're between 22 and 24, you can start if you:
- Have an EHC plan
- Are in care or have been in care
- Are in prison or have been in prison
Level 2 Health and Social Care
Level 2 Health and Social Care is an entry-level, UK-recognised vocational qualification (equivalent to GCSE level) that teaches the basic skills needed to work as a care assistant, support worker, or healthcare assistant.
Wage
- £15,392 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
- National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- [Minimum wage rates](opens in new tab)
Training Course
Health and social care foundation apprenticeship (level 2)
Hours
- 9am - 5pm or 10am - 6pm or 10am - 2pm or 2pm - 6pm Monday-Sunday on a rotating shift pattern.
- 37 hours a week
Start Date
Thursday 1 October 2026
Duration
8 months
Positions Available
1
Job Overview
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What You'll Do at Work
(Over 18 year old applications only)
Job Purpose
Under the general direction of a Manager or Delegated Member of Staff, supports each individual Service User assigned to them to live safely and independently in the care home, and to achieve the goals and objectives of the person-centred care plan which has been produced and agreed with them. Each Plan is geared to maximising the lifestyle choices available to the Service User, and to achieving measurable improvements in their status, dignity, competence and independence.
Key Tasks
- Care Planning
- Implementation of Care Plans
- Care Plan Review
- Administration and Miscellaneous
Duties and Responsibilities
Care Planning
- Assists with and participates in discussions with Service Users, or potential Service Users, to establish the key areas where support/care would be beneficial.
- Assists in the identification of personal, positive and beneficial support/care to Service Users so that their goals, aspirations, objectives and lifestyle choices can be identified, evaluated and incorporated into their care plan, where it is realistic to do so.
- Working with the Manager or Delegated Member of Staff, and/or the Service Users, identifies, discusses, agrees and records the actions which are (or may be) necessary to be taken in order that the care plan has a reasonable prospect of success.
- Assists in the preparation of care plans, and in final discussions with the Service User.
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Implementation of Care Plans
- Participates in discussions with the Service User to ensure that the match between the Service User and the Support Worker is appropriate to the Service User’s needs.
- For assigned Service Users, reviews their Care Plan, and raises any queries with the manager or Delegated Member of Staff and/or the Service User as appropriate.
- Implements the Care Plan. Individual support needs will vary between Service Users, but support will always be given with the consent of the Service User, and with the aim of facilitating independence at the earliest possible opportunity and with the Service User leading the process, as much as possible. A list of sample Support tasks is attached.
Care Plan Review
- In conjunction with the Manager or Delegated Member of Staff, reviews the Care Plan with the Service User on a regular basis.
- With the agreement of the Service User, makes changes, modifications or additions to the Plan to manage ineffective or changing situations.
- Implements the agreed changes.
Administration and Miscellaneous
- Maintains accurate and up-to-date records as required in relation to the services provided to the Service User, including tasks undertaken, training given, etc.
- Attends and participates in staff meetings and team briefings to benefit from the experiences of others, and contribute to service development and improvement.
- Reports accidents, near misses, unusual incidents, etc., in line with agreed and laid-down procedures.
- Participates actively and positively in personal appraisal, performance and review processes.
- Attends training activities as arranged.
Where You'll Work
72 GROVE ROAD
LONDON
E17 9BN
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Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training Provider
WALTHAM FOREST COLLEGE
Training Course
Health and social care foundation apprenticeship (level 2)
[Understanding apprenticeship levels](opens in new tab)
Training Schedule
The apprentice will attend Waltham Forest College, located at 707 Forest Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 4JB, as part of their apprenticeship training.
- 1 day per week at college
- On-site college-based training
- The remaining days will be spent working with Connifinn Care, gaining practical experience and developing social care and mental health skills in the workplace
Training will support the apprentice in building the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to successfully complete their apprenticeship.
More Training Information
None
Qualifications and Experience
You do not need to have any specific qualifications or experience to apply for a foundation apprenticeship.
Other Requirements
- Enhanced DBS certificate
About Connifinn Care
Connifinn Care is a residential care home caring for adults with forensic mental ill health. It is the client’s home where they are provided with support in every element of their daily living skills to encourage independence.
[https://www.conniffincare.co.uk](opens in new tab)
Company Benefits
- Pension scheme
- Free parking
- Free meals
- Casual dress code
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexible working arrangements
Your Earnings
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay.
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Contact Information
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
- WALTHAM FOREST COLLEGE
- apprenticeships@waltham.ac.uk
- The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000050501.
Application Deadline
Anyone between 16 and 21 can start a foundation apprenticeship. If you're between 22 and 24, you can start if you:
- Have an EHC plan
- Are in care or have been in care
- Are in prison or have been in prison
Closes in 7 days (Friday 4 September 2026 at 11:59pm)
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