Launch Your Career with Clece Care Services’ Graduate Scheme

Are you a recent graduate looking for a career that makes a real difference? At Dale Care, part of Clece Care Services (CCS), we’re proud to support the Clece Care Services Graduate Scheme, a UK-wide programme designed to develop the next generation of business leaders.

This is more than a graduate job. It’s your opportunity to gain hands-on experience, receive tailored training, and build a rewarding long-term career in one of the UK’s most vital sectors.

Why Choose Clece Care Services’ Graduate Scheme?

Clece Care Services is one of the UK’s leading providers of homecare and essential support services, helping thousands of individuals live independently with dignity and respect. With over 100 locations and a workforce of 8,000 employees, CCS combines national scale with local expertise, something we’re proud to be part of at Dale Care.

Since launching in 2017, the CCS Graduate Scheme has supported ambitious graduates to grow into senior positions such as Regional Operations Director, Registered Manager, and Head of Business Development. If you’re motivated, compassionate, and ready to lead, this could be the perfect graduate programme for you.

To learn more about how graduate schemes help shape early careers, visit Prospects.ac.uk – Graduate schemes explained.

What the Graduate Scheme Offers

The Clece Care Services Graduate Scheme is a structured two-year development programme designed to accelerate your professional growth. You’ll gain experience across multiple business areas while making a real impact in your local community.

Structured Development: Rotations across departments such as Operations, HR, Finance, and Business Development.
Real Responsibility: From your first day, you’ll contribute to projects that improve services and outcomes for the people we support.
Tailored Training: In-house development led by senior managers, supported by external training providers.
Mentorship: Personal guidance from CCS leaders, including CEO Miguel Herraiz.
National Reach: Opportunities available across the UK.

Graduate Pathways for 2025

For the current intake, graduates can apply for one of the following graduate pathways:

Business Graduate Scheme: Learn the fundamentals of service delivery, operations, business development, and compliance.
Finance Graduate Scheme: Work alongside Regional Finance Directors to gain expertise in budgeting, reporting, and strategic planning.
Facilities Management Graduate Scheme: Support the safe and efficient running of healthcare and corporate environments across the UK.

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from graduates who are driven, people-focused, and eager to learn.

Entry requirements:

A minimum 2:1 degree (business, finance, management, or related subjects preferred but all disciplines considered).
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
A genuine passion for improving lives and supporting local communities.
A full UK driving licence (or ability to obtain one before starting).

If you are not a graduate but are looking to start a rewarding career at Dale Care, visit our Careers page.

Hear from Our Graduates

Adam Batey, who started with our sister company Perfect Care as part of the Graduate Scheme, is now the Operations Manager for our Stockton domiciliary care and our Teesside extra care schemes.

“Graduating from the graduate scheme a year early was a very proud moment for myself, reflecting on the high-quality mentorship in Perfect Care. Once in the role, I was extremely proud to mobilise the Stockton contract in November 2024, building a dedicated admin team, and collaborating with some unbelievable carers. Finally, I recently was recognised in the class of ‘Thirty under Thirty’ for 2025 at the Care Show Birmingham. This was an unforgettable opportunity to rub shoulders with some of the industries young professionals. Working for Clece Care Services has granted me countless opportunities to achieve and I would recommend the Graduate Scheme to any young professional looking for more than a job, but for a purpose.”

“The Care Sector will continue to expand over the coming years, and is in need of new ideas and fresh minds. Moreover, the ability to work alongside care workers and care teams with an unwavering dedication to their clients can be extremely rewarding.”