Working in Adult Social Care can be a hugely rewarding career with great prospects. Here are reasons why you should consider a career in the industry, which should dispel any previous misconceptions you may have.
Here are 7 reasons to work in Adult Social Care:
- There are roles for all ages and abilities
Care work roles are suitable for adults of all ages and young people can bring energy and enthusiasm to the role. While many industries require experience and qualifications, care sector employers are looking for people with the right values.
- There are plenty of progression opportunities
Adult Social Care is a growing sector that employs over 1.5 million people in the UK. There are so many different career paths to choose from.
- Roles are varied, and every day is different
Most roles in the Adult Social Care sector are very varied and every day involves different types of work and support.
- You don’t need to be qualified to apply
You do not already need to have any qualifications, all the training you need for the job will be provided once you are in the role
- All genders are welcome
All genders are vital and equally important in caring for service users. As long as the care worker is empathetic and suited to the role, gender is irrelevant.
- Your work is appreciated and makes a difference
There are many ways to feel appreciated in an Adult Social Care job, from helping a patient get dressed to providing some much-needed companionship to others. In a recent survey, 96% of workers in Adult Social Care services said that they felt their work is making a difference.
- You can work with a range of age groups
Support workers will often work with a wide range of age groups, varying from 18 to 118!
