Should care workers wear uniforms?
Many care organisations and stakeholders wonder whether care workers should wear uniforms. There is a lot of variance between uniform policies within care and also a lot of disagreement between what is suitable dress for care work and what is not. Some care providers argue that uniforms help to sign post to people with dementia […]
4 Tips to Progress Your Career in Care
The care sector can offer a lot of opportunity for progression and professional development, however many people working in care find it difficult to take the right steps to move up in their career. People who have worked in other fields may find that progression works differently within the care sector, but similar principles apply. […]
The National Living Wage Change: What Does It Mean for Care Workers?
Starting from April the 1st 2018 the National Living Wage was increased from £7.50 to £7.83 for those over the age of 25. As a result of this many have had their wages increased to meet this, however it depends on a number of factors. The increase amounts to more than £600 per year for […]
24 Essentials Every Community Carer Should Keep in Their Car
When working in community care you’ll find that you spend a lot of your time in your car. Whether waiting out a break between calls or driving between visits, much of your shift will have you stuck in your car. A lot of the time it might be too far, or too much hassle to […]
11 Inspirational Quotes for Care Assistants
Providing care to others can be incredibly difficult sometimes, so here’s 11 quotes to spur you on at work; “Every time you smile at someone, it is an action of love, a gift to that person, a beautiful thing.” – Mother Teresa “Compassion automatically invites you to relate with people because you no longer regard people […]