On the way to a career in healthcare
CAN you take care of a career?
The aging of the UK population means there is a growing demand for it
staff in a range of roles, including care homes and 'home care' staff, who are informal carers who care for people in their own homes.
About 4.3 million people already work in the healthcare sector, but there are still 175,000 vacancies that urgently need to be filled.
As one of the most flexible jobs and vacancies in the UK, it's a career you can start almost immediately.
Here's everything you need to know about one of the most rewarding positions available, from Sun Jobs.
What type of person suits a career in healthcare?
Care is valuable, but can also be demanding. It takes dedication and passion to provide the best care to the vulnerable people being cared for.
Care roles suit empathetic and proactive people who are positive and motivated.
You must also be patient, attentive, kind-hearted and physically fit to perform manual tasks.
What qualifications do I need for a career in healthcare?
There are no legally required qualifications for working in a care home, but there are industry recognized qualifications that can help you get hired.
The Healthcare Certificate qualification consists of 15 standards, which serve as an introduction to working in healthcare.
This qualification can be done online and costs £49.99. You can also consider taking an NVQ qualification in healthcare and many employers will support you to gain training while you work.
Also bear in mind that you will need a DBS check, but this will be carried out by your employer.
How do I apply for a job in healthcare?
Many entry-level jobs do not require healthcare experience, but you will be expected to have transferable skills that you can use in your job.
If you have taken a career break to raise children or care for an elderly relative, mention this on your CV and discuss it during an interview as this shows that you might be able to do the job.
Job seekers interested in a role in the sector can also gain practical experience through the free sector-based Work Academy programmes, which will help you gain the right skills and support you with job applications.
For more information, please contact your local employment office.
Can I grow up the career ladder in healthcare?
Absolute. Entry-level healthcare jobs are very flexible, with services offered around the clock as well as on weekends.
First, find a job that fits your lifestyle and other commitments. If you want to progress, you will need to gain additional qualifications to help you move into supervisory and then management roles.
Progression into management can be rapid and all healthcare roles offer a high level of job security.
READY to take care of your next career step? Sun jobs has the best healthcare vacancies available for this week.
Healthcare professional (nights), Mariposa Care Group, Carlisle
Night owl? You'll love this overnight care role where you'll receive full training.
The job: Mariposa Zorggroep is looking for a Healthcare professional to work nights at the care home, Kingston Court.
What you will do: You will support individuals to live happy, healthy and quality lives by delivering exceptional standards and personal care.
You will be involved in different aspects of the home, where no two services look the same.
You need: No experience is required for this role as full training is required, but the ideal person will have a passion and commitment to caring for others, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as patience and compassion.
Apply now: See further details of this rolealong with other jobs with Mariposa Care Group.
Female live-in carer, Greenwood Homecare, Peterborough
Do you like care? Then consider this special live-in role.
The job: Greenwood Healthcare is looking for a woman Live-in caregiver.
What you will do: You enrich the lives of customers, allowing them to continue living independently in their own home, not only safely, but also in the lifestyle they are used to.
You will provide all aspects of personal and home care, including assistance with personal care, medication, daily tasks such as meal preparation, cleaning and laundry, and providing companionship and support with clients' activities.
You need: You must be eligible to work in Britain, have excellent communication skills and speak excellent oral and written English.
You live at a customer's home and provide one-on-one person-centered care. Previous experience, either work or family experience, would be an advantage.
Apply now: Find out moreor discover more options with Groenhout Home Care.
Live-in carer, instead, Farmborough
Experience with dementia care? Help make a difference in a customer's life with this amazing opportunity.
The job: Home Instead rent one Live-in caregiver providing high-quality, relationship-oriented live-in care in Farmborough.
What you will do: You support clients with household help, companionship and help with washing and dressing in their own home.
You will provide medical reminders and assistance with taking medications, assist with grocery shopping and transportation needs, and provide assistance with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and cleanup.
You need: The ideal candidate has experience with live-in care, ideally including dementia care.
Patience, kindness and compassion are all essential qualities and a driver's license offers a distinct advantage.
Apply now: Apply for this positionalong with other options with Go home instead.
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