Lead adult care worker

Level

Advanced · like A-levels

Length

1.5 yr

typical

Sector

Care services

Pay

Paid

you earn while training

In a nutshell

Leading frontline care for vulnerable adults within their own homes, day care centres, residential and nursing homes and other healthcare settings.

Lead a shift and allocate tasks fairly across a team of care workers

Develop, review, and update individual care and support plans

Support individuals with personal care, mobility, and daily living activities

Identify safeguarding concerns and follow the correct reporting procedure

Mentor and coach junior care workers to improve their practice

Administer medication accurately and maintain medication records

Liaise with health professionals, families, and advocates on behalf of individuals

Person-centred approaches and how to promote individual dignity and choice

Leadership skills for guiding, supervising, and motivating a care team

Care planning, risk assessment, and how to review support plans

Safeguarding adults legislation and how to raise and escalate concerns

Medication administration and safe handling of controlled drugs

Health and safety obligations in care settings including moving and handling

Mental capacity legislation including the Mental Capacity Act 2005

Ready to look for a place?

See live Lead adult care worker apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.

A Careermash concept · apprenticeship standard from our careers engine · vacancies via gov.uk.