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How I Changed My Career Path To Work In Home Care

How I Changed My Career Path To Work In Home Care

I used to work in banking. I’m now a Care Assessor in domiciliary care. I would recommend my journey to anyone looking for a change, a challenge and job satisfaction. This is why and how I did it.
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Care assistant with client

How To Become A Senior Care Assistant

Senior Care Assistant turned GP Nurse, Claire Carmichael, gives her advice on moving to a more senior role in care, and what to consider before you start applying.
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People Who Work In Social Care Are Not Unskilled

People Who Work In Social Care Are Not Unskilled

Keynote speaker, and British Care Award Winner, Ian Donaghy, questions why Social Care staff are so often referred to as ‘unskilled’ and highlights how the perception of Social Care needs to shift.
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Carer with older gentleman

The Different Roles In Care Explained

Former Care Assistant, Claire Carmichael, delves back into the world of Social Care and gives an overview of the different care roles available, with insights and advice for starting a career in Care.
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Care assistant in conversation with three older people

Things I Learnt As A Care Assistant That Helped Me In Nursing

After beginning her Nursing career in Care, GP Nurse, Claire Carmichael, gives a rundown of the key transferrable skills that she learnt as a Care Assistant that have helped her excel as a Nurse.
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How To Change Your Career And Become A Live-In Carer

How To Change Your Career And Become A Live-In Carer

Care Assistant, Zuva Chinhori, examines the role of a Live In Carer and talks us through her journey into the role providing tips and insights into this challenging but rewarding job.
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How To Change Your Career And Become A Social Worker

How To Change Your Career And Become A Social Worker

Social Worker, Eduardo, takes a comprehensive look at the job of a Social Worker and offers his own expertise into how to qualify, what the job is actually like, and what makes the role so exciting.
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How I Started My Career As A Carer And Became A Registered Home Manager

How I Started My Career As A Carer And Became A Registered Home Manager

Former Carer & Registered Home Manager, Virginia, outlines her career journey from retail to Home Management, with experience based tips on how you can carve out your own career in Social Care.
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Care assistant in conversation with two older ladies

How To Quit Your Job And Get Into Care Work

Former Care Home Nurse, Claire Carmichael, explains why Care Work is so rewarding and how to get started on your career in Care. Experience is NOT essential.
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