Apprentice Independent Living Coordinator

The Apprentice Independent Living Coordinator role is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and compassionate individual to gain experience in health and social care through a paid apprenticeship at Age UK Sheffield. You will work alongside our experienced team to support older people in living independently.

Key Responsibilities:

As an Apprentice Independent Living Coordinator, with supervision and support, you will:

• Assist in managing a small supervised caseload of older people with a range of needs.
• Support customers to access practical help and social support to improve independence and wellbeing.
• Accompany staff on home visits and appointments in the community.
• Help with administrative tasks such as updating case notes and customer records.
• Support with benefit checks and assist in gathering information for assessments (full training provided).
• Attend relevant team meetings, reflective practice sessions, and learning opportunities.
• Build knowledge of local services and how to refer customers appropriately.
• Promote choice, dignity, and independence in every interaction.
• Ensure personal compliance with all safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection procedures.
• Represent Age UK Sheffield positively in all interactions.

Approach & Values:
You will be:

• Compassionate, respectful, and eager to support older people.
• A good listener who communicates clearly and with empathy.
• Organised, proactive, and willing to learn new skills.
• A team player who values inclusion, diversity, and equality.
• Committed to personal development and reflective practice.

Supervision, Induction, and Development:

• You will receive a full induction including Age UK Sheffield policies and procedures.
• You will be allocated a mentor from the Independent Living team.
• One day per week will be protected for study with your training provider.
• You will participate in regular 1-1 supervision, team meetings, and shadowing opportunities.
• You will be encouraged to attend shared learning sessions and reflective practice forums.

Additional Requirements:

• A strong interest in working in adult social care or community support.
• Studying or willing to enrol on a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (adults).
• Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.
• A willingness to travel within Sheffield and work across the community (travel support will be provided as appropriate).

Venue: The Sheffield College, City Campus, Granville Road, Sheffield, S2 2RL.

Attendance: Day release.