Lead Adult Care Worker

Apprenticeship

Level 3

8 to 12 Months

About this course

Leading with Heart, Inspiring with Purpose

Develop confident, capable team leaders who can guide and motivate colleagues, manage complex care situations, and uphold the highest standards of person-centred support.

Empower your staff to lead with empathy and professionalism, ensuring everyone in their care receives dignity and respect.

Through this apprenticeship, your employees will strengthen their understanding of high-quality care, build advanced communication and leadership skills, and learn how to effectively supervise and support others. They’ll gain the knowledge, values, and behaviours needed to take ownership of care delivery, exercise professional judgement, and lead with purpose across a variety of adult care settings.

Course Details

  • Entry requirements: Employers will set their own entry requirements in order to start this apprenticeship
  • Course duration: The minimum duration is 8 months, our recommended duration this programme is 12 months
  • Course delivery: Our blended approach combines face-to-face personalised support and online learning to ensure flexibility, progress, and meaningful development for every learner and employer.

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Discover the modules, topics, and skills that shape the apprentice learning journey.

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Benefits

How your organisation can benefit

Strengthen your care team with practical training that builds capability, confidence, and long-term commitment.

  • Leadership Development

    Build Strong, Confident Leaders

    Support your team to gain the skills and behaviours needed to lead others and deliver exceptional care.

  • Professional Excellence

    Champion High-Quality Care

    Develop staff who can make informed decisions, promote dignity, and maintain excellence in every aspect of service delivery.

  • Workforce Progression

    Grow Capability and Retention

    Create clear pathways for career progression, improving motivation and long-term stability across your care team.

  • Collaboration and Compassion

    Positive Workplace Culture

    Strengthen teamwork and communication across your organisation, creating a culture of trust, empathy, and shared purpose.

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