Social care apprenticeship pilot scheme

We have been involved in developing a pilot programme, with the help of our partners, which provides apprenticeships within the adult social care sector.

This innovative pilot programme started with the first group of apprentices in October 2010 with the intention of providing a different kind of apprenticeship experience.

Please note: We are not currently recruiting to this pilot scheme.

How it worked

Countywide advertising followed by a competitive selection process to identify the first group of apprentices for the scheme.
Wide engagement with local social care employers to identify potential placements.
A structured central induction programme for all apprentices to teach the basics of social care and cover the induction standards
Apprentices employed by a single employer, in this case the South East Apprenticeship Company (SEAC)
Placements with up to 3 social care organisations during the apprenticeship to allow apprentices to develop knowledge and experience of a range of social care settings.
Training and support delivered by a nominated assessor/tutor, in this case from Kcollege
Independent mentoring/support for scheme from Kent Adult Social Services
Cohort meetings and group training sessions throughout the programme.
Independent external evaluation of the programme.