What does a job in care look like?
Working in the care sector is a rewarding and fulfilling career path. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people and get to know individuals with amazing stories. Providing care services could look like visiting someone in their home, or accompanying them to an outing; coming up with creative solutions to a domestic problem, or solving the world’s problems over a cup of coffee. Most importantly, our jobs in care look like: caring!
Why are care services so important?
We all recognise the value of giving and receiving care, but there are some who need specialised support – that’s why care services are so vital. 21% of people in the UK are living with a disability. Many are being cared for by parent carers who are themselves over the age of 70, which is not a sustainable solution.[1] We know we can do better.
Could I be right for a job in care?
If you’re compassionate, kind and thoughtful, chances are you’re an enviable candidate for a job in care. Perhaps you have experience in a service related industry, or a knowledge of health issues? Ultimately, your most desirable quality will be your capacity to care. If you can check this off your tick list, we will help your potential as a provider of care services. We support our staff through induction and ongoing mentoring and our bespoke training covers a number of key issues relevant broadly and to unique cases. We’re confident that if you have the passion, we can get you to where you need to be.
Think you’ve got what it takes? Head to our jobs page to find out more about the exciting opportunities in your area.*
*Abacus Care & Support has operations in London and Hertfordshire, having grown from a local family business that started in Letchworth. We are particularly keen to continue to grow our presence and impact in North Hertfordshire, including via our Stevenage, Hitchin and Letchworth care services
For information about Abacus Care & Supports’ current vacancies please call us on 07934498020/ 02071001680, or email us at careers@abacuscaresupport.co.uk.
[1] GOV.UK, Disability and Carer Data Tables, (https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/family-resources-survey-financial-year-201819)