SECTOR SPOTLIGHT ON SOCIAL CARE
A caring profession
The opportunity to make a positive difference to people ’ s lives every day
Social care is about supporting people to maintain their independence , dignity and control . This includes providing personal and practical support to help people live their lives .
Whether you ’ re looking for a career change or just entering the world of work , a career in social care offers long-term employment prospects , with opportunity for promotion and progression as well as job security .
About Social Care
Social care workers could be supporting someone with a range of disabilities , dementia or mental health conditions . They could be working in a care home , in the local community or from someone ’ s home .
If you like working with people , social care offers a worthwhile job that can turn into a rewarding , long-term career .
There are currently around 1.62 million paid jobs in adult social care in England , carried out by 1.49 million people .