Why become a support worker?
posted 16 Nov 22
Starting a career in social care is an exciting prospect that comes with varied opportunities. However, taking the first step can be a daunting prospect if you don’t know what is involved or have little or no experience.
Don’t let that put you off. At Search, we support all our Support Workers by providing comprehensive training, as well as free DBS checks and free uniform.
There are many reasons to become a support worker. We’ve listed below just some of them.
1. Support workers change lives
Being a Support Worker means making a positive difference in someone's life. And not just that person, but the lives of their family and friends too. People who need Support Workers are reliant on them to live their daily lives, and by helping people to do this it makes a world of difference.
2. Job satisfaction
Being a Support worker is incredibly rewarding. As well as helping people on a daily basis, many people who work in the sector build lifelong relationships with the people they work. This sense of support also instils in them the sense of personal achievement that gets them up in the morning.
3. Doing something that counts
Working for Search Consultancy as a Support Worker is far more than just a job. It allows you to contribute to your community and help those less able than yourself. It gives you a sense of purpose as your work is important and you are needed and valued by the people you support and their families.
4. Varied work
Much of what a Support Worker does depends very much on the person you are supporting, with the work being tailored to the needs of the person you care for. You might go shopping for them, you might help them in and out of bed and the bath, you might cook their meals and read to them. Every day is different because every client is different.
5. Job security
The demand for Support Workers has increased over the last five years and that’s set to accelerate as Britain’s population ages. Support Workers will always be needed, it’s a job that can only be done by a person and you’ll never be replaced by a new piece of tech. The social care sector offers great job security.
6. Personal development
As a Support Worker you’ll learn a huge amount. As well as the exceptional training you receive from Search Consultancy, you’ll learn so much from the people you work with and the people you work for. Being a Support Worker is an eye-opening experience and provides the chance to work with people from all walks of life with varying needs of support.
7. Career progression
Social care is a rapidly growing sector and the opportunities for career progression are varied. You’ll have the chance to build a career and by becoming a care worker that would be the first step to a rewarding career in social care. You’ll learn transferrable skills and gain training, and with the right ambition you can go right to the top. With experience, you could take on more responsibility as a senior support worker or manager. You could also train as a social worker. With the right attitude and motivation, you can choose your next step.
OK, I'm interested... but is becoming a Support Worker really the job for me?
Becoming a Support Worker involves helping others, not being judgemental about a situation, and providing support to change lives. It can be incredibly difficult at times, so as well as caring skills you’ll need soft skills such as patience, compassion and understanding.
As a Support Worker you will assist people in leading independent and fulfilling lives. A big part of your role will be supporting people to do their favourite things and try new activities suggested by you and other staff. You will ensure the people you care for reach their full potential - and of course, our client will make sure that you reach yours.
As a leader in healthcare and support services for individuals throughout the UK, Search Consultancy's client supports thousands of people. Across these services they support people to do activities as varied as theatre trips, baking, swimming, theme parks, going to the cinema and on days out to the coast - so at times it might not feel much like work!
No experience is necessary as all staff receive training tailored to the needs of the people they support. You'll join the team working on a rota that includes early, late and Bank Holiday shifts.
Becoming a Support Worker is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a motivated and determined team. So why not make a great career move today?
