Our next course is due to start on Monday 19th October 2026 and they will run every month till June 2027
We are working with Health and Care partners across Leeds to actively recruit motivated, caring and compassionate individuals for care roles across the health and care system.
If you are interested in career in care but unable to commit to a course please email healthandcaretalent@nhs.net
Our one-week course, in conjunction with Leeds City College, is an excellent introduction for anyone who is looking to get into the Health & Care Sector.
Throughout the training you will have the opportunity to learn a variety of different care associated tasks such as:
- Moving and handling
- Personal care delivery
- Understanding the importance of nutritional intake
- Dementia training
In addition, you will have the opportunity to achieve an accredited Level 1 qualification.
This is delivered through a simulated classroom-based activity, allowing you to make an informed decision about whether this is the right role for you. Training will take place at Leeds City College and will be delivered 09:30-3.30pm Monday- Friday.
Candidates are asked to:
- Work at 37.5 hours a week on various shift patterns (7.30-3pm, 7-7.30pm, 12-8pm and 7.30pm – 8am)
- Commit to a one-week course 9.30 till 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday
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Reside in West Yorkshire
- You must not have a student or sponsorship visa
- You must be over the age of 19
- You must not be on an apprenticeship
- Be able to work at an Level 1 in English and Maths (this is equivalent to “D grade or grade 3 GCSE)
After the course we will support you to find a suitable role within the health and care sector.
Here’s a link to Rahel’s story LHCA-Connecting-Communities-Case-Studies-6-SCREEN.pdf (leedshealthandcareacademy.org)