Domiciliary Care Worker Apprentice

Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE4 8BY
Contract Type: Full Time
Salary: £19,890 per annum
Working Hours: 30 hours per week, working between 6:30am and 9:30pm, including weekends
Job Category: Business Support
06/12/2026 - 20 days remaining

Job Introduction

About the Role

Axis Healthcare Group is offering an exciting opportunity to start a rewarding career in Health & Social Care as a Domiciliary Care Worker Apprentice. This role combines practical experience with a nationally recognised qualification, allowing you to develop the skills and confidence needed to support individuals in their own homes.

Working as part of a professional care team, you will provide person-centred support that promotes independence, dignity and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support clients with daily living activities while promoting independence and choice.
  • Provide companionship and emotional support.
  • Follow individual care plans and agreed support arrangements.
  • Assist with meal preparation and light household tasks where appropriate.
  • Maintain confidentiality and respect for clients' privacy.
  • Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and infection prevention procedures.
  • Participate in workplace training, observations and professional development.
  • Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with colleagues and clients.

What We're Looking For

Essential Qualifications

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

Essential Requirements

  • Full UK Driving Licence.
  • Access to your own vehicle.

Skills and Qualities

  • Strong communication skills.
  • Good organisation and attention to detail.
  • Customer service focus.
  • Administrative skills.
  • Ability to work well within a team.
  • Patience, empathy and a caring approach.

What You'll Receive

  • Earn while you learn with a salary of £19,890 per year.
  • Level 2 Adult Care Worker qualification.
  • Workplace-based training and observations.
  • Reviews every 10 weeks.
  • No travel required for college training.
  • Mileage paid between clients' homes.
  • Opportunity to progress to higher-level qualifications and permanent employment.

About the Employer

Axis Healthcare Group is a GP-owned and led medical staffing agency and service provider. The organisation supplies qualified healthcare professionals to GP practices, walk-in centres and healthcare providers throughout the UK, delivering high-quality support and care services.

Apply

For further information, please contact:

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

To apply for this apprenticeship, please visit:

Domiciliary Care Worker Apprentice – Find an apprenticeship – GOV.UK


You can also find out more about the employer here:

Axis Healthcare Group

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Overview

Number of Positions
1

Contract Type
Full Time

Working Hours
30 hours per week, working between 6:30am and 9:30pm, including weekends

Salary
£19,890 per annum

Job Category
Business Support

Location
Newcastle Upon Tyne

Reference
edccareers/TP/107/262