Apprentice Support Worker

Ferryhill, County Durham, DL17 8HX
Contract Type: Apprentice
Salary: £14,820 per annum
Working Hours: 30 hours per week (including shifts, evenings and weekends as required)
Job Category: Business Support
06/12/2026 - 28 days remaining

Job Introduction

About the Role

Red Supported Living CIC is offering an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Support Worker to join their team while working towards a nationally recognised Level 2 Adult Care Worker qualification.

This role is ideal for someone looking to start a rewarding career in Health and Social Care. You will gain practical experience supporting adults with mental health needs and complex challenges to develop independence, life skills and confidence.


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide support and guidance to service users to promote independent living.
  • Support individuals to make positive choices and develop life skills.
  • Assist with welfare benefits and housing-related support.
  • Carry out health and safety checks and report maintenance issues.
  • Work alongside partner agencies including Housing Officers, Social Workers, Mental Health Professionals and the Police.
  • Help maintain accurate records and documentation.
  • Support service users in progressing towards independent tenancies.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

  • GCSE English Grade 3/D or above.
  • GCSE Maths Grade 3/D or above.

Personal qualities:

  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Good organisation and attention to detail.
  • Team player with a positive attitude.
  • Patient, non-judgemental and reliable.
  • Honest and trustworthy.
  • Willing to undergo a DBS check.

What You'll Receive

  • Earn while you learn.
  • Level 2 Adult Care Worker qualification.
  • Workplace-based training and support.
  • Regular reviews with East Durham College.
  • Opportunity to progress to further qualifications and permanent employment.

Employer

Red Supported Living CIC supports adults aged 18+ to develop the skills, confidence and independence needed to move towards their own long-term tenancy.


Apply

To apply for this apprenticeship, please visit:
Apprentice Support Worker – Find an Apprenticeship – GOV.UK

For further information, please contact:

Craig Grimes
East Durham College
Email: craig.grimes@eastdurham.ac.uk
Telephone: 0191 518 8294

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Overview

Number of Positions
1

Contract Type
Apprentice

Working Hours
30 hours per week (including shifts, evenings and weekends as required)

Salary
£14,820 per annum

Job Category
Business Support

Location
Ferryhill, County Durham

Reference
edccareers/TP/107/260