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Adult Care Worker Apprentice

Thyme Care LTD · Penzance · posted 17 March 2026

Wage
£12,480 to £19,827.60 a year
Hours
30 hours a week
Duration
1 Year
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Adult care worker (level 2)
Starts
1 October 2026
Closing date
30 August 2026
Positions
3

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Duties will include but are not limited to:

  • Providing personal care
  • Meal preparation
  • Companionship
  • Escorting service users when shopping
  • Light domestic duties
  • Oversee medication
  • End of life care

Your training

  • Apprenticeship Standard: Level 2 Adult Care Worker
  • 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

Where it leads

  • On the completion of your apprenticeship, there may be opportunities to progress within the business, eventually as a Senior Carer or Supervisor
  • Opportunities to springboard to an NHS career

About Thyme Care LTD

Thyme Care Ltd is a dedicated home care agency based in Penzance, Cornwall, specialising in personalised and holistic care solutions. Their services encompass a wide range of support, including safe moving and handling training, respite care, and comprehensive home care tailored to individual needs. Thyme Care emphasises person-centred care, ensuring that each client’s dignity, privacy, and right to make informed choices are respected. The agency is committed to delivering high-quality services that enhance the overall quality of life for its clients while actively involving them and their families in the care process. With a team of qualified carers, Thyme Care aims to provide flexible and attentive support that aligns closely with the unique values and requirements of each service user.

Things to consider

The apprentice must either have a driving licence or own transport around the Penzance area. 

Moving and handling will be required in the role. 

The apprentice must be honest and trustworthy, able to work alone and within a team and be able to undertake regular mandatory training.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsNumber skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 3/D) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 3/D) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Treriefe Park Offices, Treriefe Park, Penzance, TR20 8TB

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