Apprentice Support Worker JCR

Are you ready for a fresh challenge and to make the move to the Joint Community Rehabilitation service? Can you put a spring back into Sue's steps? Sue lost confidence after injuring her hip in a fall, but she wanted to be able to walk her dog, Daisy, to the local park again.

We work with clients like Sue to achieve the goals that are important to them. This may be walking Daisy to the park, staying well or adjusting to a new routine. 

The Joint Community Rehabilitation service is at the heart of care in the community. Our teams assist older adults after an illness or injury get back to independence in their own home.

During your apprenticeship, you will work alongside experienced staff delivering high quality care to individuals. This varied role includes visiting people in their homes, teaching people new skills to help regain independence, assisting with therapy exercises, and engaging in conversation and active listening. You will also help with meal preparation and offer personal care support, ensuring dignity and comfort at all times.

Our apprenticeship programme offers many benefits from working with a large organisation, including mentoring support, a permanent role as a JCR Support Worker when you pass your apprenticeship and many opportunities for career progression. We provide all the training you need - you don't need any previous experience, just the desire to make a difference. Upon completion of your apprenticeship, you will receive a Level 2 Diploma in Care.

Please click on the following link for more information about the apprenticeship - Adult care worker / Skills England

We are looking for candidates who:

• can converse at ease with clients and their advocates
• have patience and understanding when providing support
• can work as part of a team
• have a driving licence and access to a car to meet the travel requirements of the post

Please note we cannot offer sponsorship for these positions.

The role involves working shifts between the hours of 7am and 10pm, including weekends and Bank Holidays. 

For further information please download the below documents:

• Career Pathways Leaflet
• High Weald, Lewes and Havens Team Map
• JCR Training Leaflet
• Level 2 Adult Care Worker
• Working with JCR Leaflet

To apply for the role, please click the apply now button above. When completing your application you will be asked to answer 5 questions. Please answer these questions drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education or personal interests.

For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page.

Please view the job description and person specification for further information.

Interviews will be held face to face at County Hall, Lewes, within 2 weeks of the closing date of the advert.

Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details.

We can offer you:

• Comprehensive training
• Opportunities for career progression
• Excellent peer and managerial support

Vocational training through apprenticeships is now available to our staff, ranging from entry level to degree level qualifications. You can talk to the hiring manager and the apprenticeship team about what qualifications would be relevant to you and this job role, and if it is possible to support you in apprenticeship training.

We also offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment, including an attractive pension and annual leave package. More information can be found on our benefits page.

If you wish to have an informal discussion about the role please contact Margot Hand, Intermediate Care Manager at

For more information about being a Support Worker for JCR please follow this link - Join us as a JCR support worker | East Sussex County Council.

'Being a JCR support worker, every day is different. Every client is different.  We truly make a positive difference to our clients lives and this makes me proud and happy every day.  Some days are challenging but our team is strong and supportive. My job is part of my life now.'  Sarah – JCR Support Worker.

This role is eligible for the ESCC refer a friend scheme. If you have been recommended to apply for the role by a friend who is an ESCC employee to apply for this role, you may both be eligible for an incentive payment. Please visit the refer a friend page for more information.

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