Working in care is an incredibly rewarding experience. Having the compassion to care for people in their time of need helps all of our care homes nationwide to become a welcoming and enjoyable experience for our residents and their families. If you are considering working in care for the first time, here is everything you need to know.

 

Can I Work in Care if I Have no Formal Qualifications?

If you are considering working in a care home but are worried that you have no formal qualifications, the good news is that the most important qualifications for working in care are compassion and reliability. If you can demonstrate that you are committed to providing the best care for each and every one of our residents, regardless of background, you are already part of the way to being qualified to work in care. As part of our care home recruitment process, we provide full training to ensure each and every one of our care home staff are prepared for any challenges they may face when working in a care environment.

 

What Are the Benefits of Working in a Care Home?

When you work in one of our UK-wide care homes, you’ll be joining a supportive network of care professionals. We provide full training to ensure all of our care staff are fully equipped to provide excellent care to every resident who passes through our doors. We also provide ongoing training throughout your career to help your advance within the care network allowing you to consistently grow your skills and develop as an individual. 

 

What Jobs Are Available for Working in a Care Home?

One of the best things about working in a care home is that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to job roles. We have a wide range of roles within each of our care homes from kitchen staff to care assistants ready and waiting for anyone who is committed to excellent care to make use of their own unique skill sets. Many people working in a care home for the first time start off as a care assistant or activities assistant before progressing into other roles as their skills and confidence grow. We know how important it is to feel comfortable in your role so put a focus on staff support and encouragement to help our care team flourish.

 

How Do I Apply to Work in a Care Home?

At Select Healthcare, we have a wide range of healthcare positions available throughout the year and throughout the UK. Whether you are looking for care home careers in the West Midlands, care careers in Staffordshire, Basildon or any other part of the UK, our care homes could provide the perfect start to your care home career. If you are interested in working in care for the first time, take a look at our current care home vacancies and submit your CV to get started in your new healthcare career.

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