Health and Social Care
The health and social care sectors create a large proportion of jobs in the UK, with the NHS alone employing 1.5 million people. The sector includes various opportunities like healthcare assistant, care work, social work, supervisors and managers.
As an Apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience in a supportive team developing knowledge, skills and behaviours that will benefit you throughout your career journey. And let’s not forget that you will also receive an industry recognised qualification.
Careers you can train for with an Apprenticeship
Click on the roles below to find out more about them. For more information or to register your interest, please click the 'register your interest' button.
Assistant Practitioner (Health)
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Adult Care Worker
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Healthcare Science Assistant
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Healthcare Science Associate
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Lead Adult Care or Practitioner
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Senior Healthcare Support Worker
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Key Skills Needed:
Communication
Empathy
Attention to detail
Supportive
Adaptable
Total no. of jobs
96,800
In South Yorkshire by 2030
3,700 new jobs created in South Yorkshire
Employers we work with
Success Stories
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Jayne Milner
Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care Apprentice
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Jayne Milner recently completed her Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care with Apprenticeships+ at The Sheffield College. Her Apprenticeship has given her the skills and confidence to take the next step in her career.
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Ellie Eadon
Level 4 Health and Social Care Apprentice
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As Community Development Worker at the Link Community Hub in Stradbroke, Ellie, 23, is managing a range of projects for those who are struggling.
News
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Advanced Technology Centre closure on 14th January 2026
The Sheffield College’s Advanced Technology Centre will be closed on Wednesday 14th January 2026.
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The Sheffield College is a finalist in the Apprenticeship and Training Awards 2026
The Sheffield College is a national finalist in the Apprenticeship and Training Awards 2026.
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Building Skills and Strengthening Businesses with Apprenticeships+
One of the biggest challenges that employers face is finding and keeping the right people with the right skills. That’s where Apprenticeships+, the home of Apprenticeships at The Sheffield College, are making a real impact.