Lead Adult Care Level 3 – Empowerment and positive risk taking pathway
Empowering individuals to live independently while managing risk is central to modern adult care. The Level 3 Lead Adult Care Empowerment and Positive Risk Taking Pathway supports care professionals to confidently balance duty of care with choice, autonomy, and independence.
Through practical learning and expert support, this pathway develops skilled decision makers who can promote positive risk taking, reduce restrictive practice, and deliver person centred care that truly enhances quality of life.
who can join the empowerment and positive risk taking pathway?
This pathway is designed for care professionals who support individuals to make informed choices, build independence, and live fuller lives, while managing risk in a safe, balanced way.
It is particularly suitable for
• senior care assistants and lead care workers
• support workers in residential, supported living, or community settings
• team leaders responsible for care planning and risk management
• experienced carers progressing into leadership roles
Learners should already be working in adult care and be ready to develop confidence in decision making, autonomy, and person centred risk support.
Key apprenticeship information
This apprenticeship is suitable for: Anyone working in a Senior health and/or care setting role
Title of embedded diploma/qualification Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
End-point assessment organisation: Innovate Awarding
How long will this apprenticeship take to complete: 12-months apprenticeship + 8 weeks End Point Assessment
Cost: Non-levy employer contribution (5%) - £200 & levy paying employer contribution - £4000
Our Latest Job Vacancies
Below are our latest apprenticeship opportunities. You can use our job page here to find one near you today.
Health and Social Care Apprenticeship (Domiciliary) – Essex
CM13 3FR
£480.00 per week
37.5 hrs per week
Ablecross Care Services is looking for a caring, motivated Apprentice Care Worker. Start a rewarding career in adult social care while gaining hands-on experience and a recognised qualification. You will receive full training and ongoing support to develop the skills needed to provide high-quality care to our clients. (18+ due to personal care)
Health and Social Care Apprenticeship (Domiciliary) – Bournemouth
158 Richmond Park Road, Bournemouth, BH8 8TW
£431.25 per week
37.5 hrs per week
"Looking for a rewarding career? Join A1 Care as a Community Care Worker Apprentice and earn while you learn. Gain hands-on experience, qualifications, and skills for a long-term care career—all while helping people stay independent at home. No experience needed, just a caring attitude and a willingness to learn.
Health and Social Care Apprenticeship – Maidstone
Maidstone, ME14 - ME16 Area
£495.69 per week
39.0 hrs per week
This is a role with challenge, growth, and purpose at its heart. It’s a role that inspires others and brings your creative mind to life.
You will be supporting residents, who have learning disabilities and need support with daily tasks. This is a residential care service and the people we support are fully dependent on us. 18+
What makes the empowerment and positive risk taking pathway different?
This pathway focuses on enabling individuals to live with choice, control, and independence, rather than avoiding risk altogether.
Unlike general adult care training, learners develop skills to
- balance duty of care with personal choice
- support positive risk taking in everyday life
- apply mental capacity and safeguarding principles confidently
- move away from restrictive practice where appropriate
- promote independence while maintaining safety
The pathway supports modern care approaches that focus on empowerment, dignity, and meaningful outcomes.
What skills will you gain through empowerment and positive risk taking?
Through this pathway, learners build advanced skills in supporting independence and informed decision making.
You will gain skills in
- supporting individuals to make informed choices
- assessing and managing positive risk in care settings
- developing person centred care and risk plans
- applying mental capacity and consent frameworks
- supporting individuals through change and transition
- leading best practice in empowerment focused care
- Promoting resilience, confidence, and independence
These skills support progression into senior, lead, or specialist care roles.
How does empowerment and positive risk taking training support employers in care settings?
Employers benefit from practitioners who can confidently balance safety with independence.
This pathway helps employers to
- reduce over restrictive practice
- support compliance with mental capacity legislation
- improve person centred outcomes for individuals
- promote independence and quality of life
- develop confident decision makers within care teams
It is particularly valuable for services focused on supported living, community based care, and person centred models of support.
How is empowerment and positive risk taking training delivered in the workplace?
Training is delivered through a blend of guided learning, workplace based activities, and reflective practice.
This includes
- scenario based learning focused on real life risk situations
- care and risk planning activities
- safeguarding and ethical decision making exercises
- reflective practice and supervision discussions
- structured preparation for professional discussion and assessment
Learning is designed to be practical, relevant, and directly applicable to everyday care practice.
We partner with a wide range of care providers to support those most in need
Apprentice Stories – Lead Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship
“Paragon Skills has helped me achieve my level 2 for adult social care and I’ve just completed my level 3 for lead adult care. My level 3 has helped me build management skills and will I hope one day opens a door for me to do my level 5”
Megan Dance, Level 3 Lead Adult Care Worker
We are rated as a ‘Good Provider’ by Ofsted
With 20 years of experience, Paragon Skills is committed to delivering high-quality apprenticeships. Our Ofsted ‘Good’ rating reflects the support and guidance learners receive throughout their journey.
Why choose Paragon Skills for empowerment and positive risk taking training?
With over 20 years’ experience delivering adult care apprenticeships, Paragon Skills is proud to be rated a Good provider by Ofsted.
Learners and employers benefit from
- expert tutors with adult care and leadership experience
- personalised support throughout the apprenticeship
- structured preparation for end point assessment
- nationally recognised qualifications
Our approach supports confident practice, professional growth, and high quality care delivery.
Ready to start the level 3 empowerment and positive risk taking pathway?
Whether you are an employer looking to strengthen person centred practice, or a care professional ready to develop leadership confidence, this pathway offers a clear route forward.
Enquire now to speak to our team about the Level 3 Lead Adult Care Empowerment and Positive Risk Taking Pathway.