Want a 1 year long paid placement as a Healthcare Assistant Apprentice? You'll be working for the NHS in a patient facing role, while also learning in a classroom setting.

Location

Lancashire

Taster Date

29/06/2025

Start Date

09/07/2025

Duration

One year

Start Time

10:00 am

This is an incredible opportunity to get a one year long paid apprenticeship as a Healthcare Assistant! Learn skills on the job with a mix of classroom learning and patient facing roles.

The deadline to apply is fast approaching on the 29th of June, so sign up as soon as possible and listen for the phone call from a member of our team to get you signed up and support your application process.

To be eligible for this course, you:

  • Must be aged 18-30

  • Must have the Right to Work in the UK

  • Must be located in Preston, Chorley, Burnley, Leyland or surrounding areas.

You can access:

  • Additional financial support to help with the cost of equipment, further training, first month travel costs, and clothing

  • One-to-one support as you apply for jobs and get ready for your interview

  • One-to-one support after your interview, including during your first few months of work

Healthcare Support Workers (HCSWs) may also be known as Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) or Support Workers. There are countless opportunities to help improve people's health in a role like this. There are 30 different Healthcare Support Worker roles you can choose from in seven areas of the NHS, including mental health, primary care, maternity, and children’s services. For example, you could be dietic assistant helping patients with nutrition or prosthetic technician helping patients become more mobile. All these roles help improve the lives of others. This entry-level role is an integral part of becoming a nurse and can lead to many career opportunities.

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"Before The Prince’s Trust I was the quietest and shiest person you’d ever meet, but this job has encouraged me to come out of my shell and interact with others, which has really boosted my confidence. " Shannon

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"I was kind of lost, I didn’t know where I was going. The Prince’s Trust came along like ‘we have this gateway for you to get into care work’ which was definitely what I wanted to get into. I'd definitely recommend it." Ché