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How to get a domiciliary care job if you’ve never worked in social care before

How to get a domiciliary care job if you’ve never worked in social care before

Domiciliary care jobs are on the increase. As the population of the UK ages and more elderly people require domiciliary care, there are opportunities for people who have never worked in social care before to get a domiciliary care job. Words by Sarah Gill.
Career Development
Tips for successful social care job hunting

Tips for successful social care job hunting

Jo Gaisford of Kent Social Care Professionals outlines her top tips for making successful applications for jobs in social care and nursing homes.
Interviews & Applications
Get qualified for any job in Health and Social Care

Get qualified for any job in Health and Social Care

Any kind of health and social care job can be yours with the relevant training. In this article we look at the qualifications you can achieve from the beginning of your social care career, and how to progress with continued professional development. Words by Sarah Gill.
Career Pathways
How to write a personal statement for a University course application

How to write a personal statement for a University course application

A personal statement is an essential part of a University course application. In this article we will guide you through the process of identifying the information you want to include and putting that into a document. Words by Sarah Gill.
Interviews & Applications
The various different mental health jobs in social care

The various different mental health jobs in social care

We take a look at the range of career opportunities available within mental health care and how you can work in mental health either as a qualified mental health nurse or as a support worker. Words by Sarah Gill.
Career Pathways
Aluya Ikhena - Mental Health Care Manager

Aluya Ikhena - Mental Health Care Manager

We talk to Aluya about his work as shift leader for a mental healthcare provider and his passion for excellence in mental health care. Aluya kindly offers his opinions about a career in mental health care and where to begin.
Career Pathways
How to write a CV to get your first job in social and community care

How to write a CV to get your first job in social and community care

Putting together a great CV when you’re looking for a new job in the social and community care sector can seem difficult, but we will show you how to make the most of your skills and how to show an employer you’re ready for a career in care.
Interviews & Applications
John Field - Agency Care Manager and Experienced Support Worker

John Field - Agency Care Manager and Experienced Support Worker

We talk to John Field, an experienced care manager and long standing agency worker. He explains how agency working can suit your lifestyle and offer you a wider range of job opportunities, and also how to start off your career in the social care sector.
How to update your social care or social work CV for the new year

How to update your social care or social work CV for the new year

Adding your most recent experience and training to your social care or social work CV is an essential way to keep it up to date. Make sure your CV showcases your skills in the best possible way. Words by Sarah Gill.
Interviews & Applications
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