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Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship

Gordon Fiddes · Newcastle Upon Tyne · posted 23 July 2026

Wage
£25,350 a year
Hours
37 hours a week
Duration
1 Year
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Adult care worker (level 2)
Starts
24 August 2026
Closing date
14 August 2026
Positions
2

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The role will include:

Providing and promoting person-centred care and support to our young adult at home and within the community.  

Working effectively as part of a team, undertaking tasks as detailed within his care plan, providing care and support to enable him achieve his maximum level of independence through appropriate physical, emotional and psychological support including: intimate personal care, support with basic health needs, practical tasks, appropriate communication and community involvement.  

Actively participating within team meetings, training and supervision.

Completing relevant records and contributing to the preparation and review of care and support plans.

We are looking for apprentices who are motivated to provide high standards of person-centred care along with their own personal development. You will be supported on your journey via induction, probation, supervision, and appraisal to ensure the client receives support which is designed to meet their own personal need.

Your training

  • Attending college / study days and participating in development    activities as required by the programme
  • Completing all mandatory training as required by the organisation
  • Training will also be provided for the job as well as the opportunity to achieve your level 2 certificate

Where it leads

There may be the possibility of full-time employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.  

If you are successful upon completion, you will receive an hourly increase to £14 an hour and if you progress further to a level 3 on completion your hourly rate will increase to £15 an hour. 

About Gordon Fiddes

The employer employs a team of 8 carers to provide full-time care for an individual with complex needs. 

Things to consider

DBS may be required.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsInitiativeNon judgementalPatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4-9) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4-9) — essential

Where you'll work

  • 4 FAWDON CLOSE, NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, NE3 2AH

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