Career Opportunities in Adult Social Care

What are the benefits of a career in adult social care? §  Opportunities: Over 20,000 employers in the UK §  Job security: Another 1 million jobs needed in the sector by 2025 §  Variation: Frontline, technical and specialist roles available §  Satisfaction: 96% of social care workers say they feel their work makes a difference “It doesn’t matter about someone’s background, how old they are, or their academic qualifications; somewhere in the community there’s a job they can do to help others” What support is available for someone wanting to start a career in adult social care? Anyone living in the UK and over 16 can become an apprentice. Apprenticeships provide on-the-job skills, allowing the apprentice to earn a wage as they learn, gain nationally recognised qualifications and start their journey on a truly rewarding career.You can find out more information here: www.skillsforcare.org.uk/apprenticeship_resources A short course designed to give people a good idea about what it would be like to work in adult social care. This course will help develop the skills needed for a successful career in adult social care. Careers advisors can access a range of free tools including an interactive career pathways etool, case studies and information on qualifications at www.skillsforcare.org.uk/icare