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Kirsty Caine, from Nottingham
Kirsty came to Care Training as one of our first Care First Careers learners. She is now a Support Worker at at Woodley House in Ruddington, caring for people that have autism and dementia. Click here to read the success story >>


Updated 25 March 2010
Courses > I want to get a job > Health & Social Care > Care First Careers

Care First Careers will guide you to find work and get further in your career in the social care sector.

The social care sector offers challenging and rewarding careers, from managing care homes to supporting people to live independently. This growing sector and can provide long term, secure employment.

The amount of training completed varies from person to person, depending on your needs. An allocated adviser will support you to decide which training to complete.

It aims to get you into paid work for over 16 hours per week working with individuals that need additional support in everyday life.

Click here for more details of the jobs you could do in social care >>
 What kind of job will I get if I access Care First Careers?
  • Home Care Worker
    Supporting someone in their own home providing day-to-day human contact.
  • Residential Care Worker
    Supporting someone in a residential home to live their life to the fullest.
  • Personal Assistant
    Working on a one-to-one basis with a person to provide whatever practical support they need.
  • Community Worker
    Providing practical support in the community to help adults lead fuller, more independent lives.

 
 Who might I work with?
You could support:
  • adults with disabilities
  • elderly people
  • adults with mental health problems.

 
 What kind of activities might I complete once in work?
  • Helping to get people from one place to another.
  • Doing personal admin, like helping to organise paying bills or writing letters.
  • Organising fun activities like bingo, playing cards or swimming.
  • Helping with personal tasks like washing, dressing and eating meals.
  • Helping with the housework.

 
 Who can access this programme?
The programme is fully funded by the Government if you:
  • are 18–24 years old
  • are a British Citizen, come from an EU member country or have lived in UK for 3 years or more
  • are on Job Seekers Allowance (JSA)
  • have been unemployed for 26–50 weeks (6–12 months).
Customers can be fast tracked to the Young Person’s Guarantee.
 What other help is available?
Childcare and bus fares are paid for on this provision. You will also receive a training allowance.
 How long does the programme last?
Each programme lasts 2–8 weeks, depending on individual needs.
You will complete 16–30 hours per week.
 Where will the programme take place?
For details and directions click on the links above.
Some parts of the programme may take place in other buildings.
 Employability skills covered
This could include:
  • CV Writing
  • Application Forms
  • Interview Techniques
  • Letter Writing
  • Telephone Techniques
  • Team Work
  • Confidence Building
  • Written Communication
  • Job Search / Placement Search
  • Budgeting
  • Health & Safety Certificate
  • Embedded Literacy and Numeracy.
 Vocational training
  • Health & Social Care Services:
    • About the Job Roles
    • Identifying the Qualities & Skills
      of a Carer
    • Working in the Care Sector
    • Self Awareness
    • Principles of Care
    • Maslow’s Hierarchy & PIES
    • The Person-Centrered Approach
    • Multi-Disciplinary Working
    • Code of Practice
  • Ethical Issues:
    • Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults
    • Prejudice, Stereotyping, Stigma, Labelling & Diversity
    • Equality of Opportunity Discrimination
    • Race Relations Act
    • Sex Discrimination Act
    • Disability Discrimination Act
    • Mental Health Act
    • Mental Capacity Act
    • Care Standards Act
  • Communications:
    • Effective Listening & Communication
    • Confidentiality
    • Record Keeping
    • Report Writing
  • Health & Safety:
    • Health & Safety at work act
    • RIDDOR
    • COSHH
    • PPE
    • Food Hygiene Regs
    • Identifying & Managing Hazards
    • Risk Assessment
    • Infection Control
    • Safe Administration of Medication
    • Identifying & Challenging Abuse
    • Identifying & Managing Challenging / Aggressive Behaviour
  • First Aid
  • Moving & Handling.
 Further study
When you find a job in a social care environment you can progress onto a fully funded qualification. If you are 19 years old or over you can complete an NVQ in Health & Social Care Level 2 . If you are 18 you can complete an Apprenticeship in Health & Social Care.
 How can I get more information?
If you are on Jobseekers Allowance you could ask your Jobcentre Plus Adviser about these programmes. Alternatively, for more information or to order flyers call Care Training on 0115 9599 544 or email
 How do I sign up?
Your Jobcentre Plus Adviser must refer you by calling Care Training on 0115 9599 544. They will book you in for an initial appointment at a location convenient to you. An SL2 will accompany the referral. On making an initial appointment, an information pack will be sent to you containing directions and an appointment card.
   
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