Job Introduction
Kickstart Your Career in Care with Us!
Location: Telford 36 hours per week
Apprenticeship Salary: £10.18 per hour
Closing date: 26th May
Assessment Centre: 3rd June – Telford
Interview date: W/C 9th June – Telford
Ready to make a real difference in people’s lives?
We’re offering an exciting opportunity for passionate individuals to join our Care & Support Apprenticeship programme. You'll gain hands-on experience, technical knowledge, and real-world skills to build a meaningful career in a rewarding sector.
Learn from friendly, experienced mentors who’ll support you every step of the way. No two days are the same — from supporting day trips to organising activities in our retirement living communities, you’ll be making a real difference by building lasting relationships.
People are our priority, that’s why our apprenticeship is designed to equip you with the communication, care, and problem-solving skills needed to put customers at the heart of everything you do.
If you’re hardworking, eager to learn, and ready to ‘earn while you learn’, we’d love to hear from you.
What You’ll Gain:
✅ A nationally recognised qualification in Health & Social Care
✅ Hands-on training and one-on-one mentorship
✅ Valuable work experience in a supportive environment
✅ Real opportunities for career progression after your apprenticeship
✅ The pride of knowing you’re making a real impact every day
️ 20 days annual leave plus 8 days statutory leave
Competitive pension scheme
️ Free Life Assurance cover
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Learning and development opportunities
❤️ 16 hours additional leave for volunteering
Free on-site parking
How it works
This apprenticeship is provided by Housing Plus Group in partnership with the training provider Paragon Skills. This is the 12-month Adult Care Worker Level 2 Apprenticeship, followed by eight weeks to complete your end point assessment. You will be supported by a dedicated assessor and coach.
These qualifications will teach you the skills and knowledge required to support our residents within Shire Living Schemes which you will be able to apply with the hands-on experience you will gain as our Apprentice.
Who We’re Looking For:
- Caring and kind, with a genuine interest in supporting others
- A good communicator who enjoys engaging with people
- Responsible, reliable, and a team player
- Open to learning, growing, and trying new things
- Respectful of everyone’s background, lifestyle, and identity
Our Values Are Everything:
We’re proud to be a values-driven organisation. If you can bring compassion, courage, commitment, communication, and care, you’ll fit right in.
What You’ll Need:
- Basic IT skills
- Willingness to follow policies and procedures
- A positive attitude and eagerness to learn
- Commitment to working towards your qualifications
Why Join Us?
Choices Housing Association, part of the Housing Plus Group is a leading provider of homes across a range of tenures, to meet identified housing needs. We’re more than a housing group—we’re a community. You’ll be welcomed into a supportive team where your voice matters, your wellbeing is valued, and your potential is championed. As an inclusive employer, we are committed to supporting all employees. All of our employee networks make a positive contribution to how we are able to support all of our staff and includes networks such as our LGBTQ+ employee group, disability positive, heritage and culture and our allies’ network.
Applications open now! Whether you’re fresh out of school, looking for a new direction, or passionate about helping others—this could be the start of something amazing.
Apply now and take your first step into a meaningful career with us.
Successful candidates will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.
