Though being a care assistant is not an easy job, it can be extremely rewarding and we’re going to give you five reasons why you should consider carving a career in care.

Rewards

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of putting a smile on the face of an elderly resident. You have the power to influence their final days, and it’s incredibly rewarding.

Time

Depending on where you work, you may be able to choose flexible hours, meaning you can always fit time in for your own family.

Money

The money can be good in caring, especially if you work your way up the ladder, and we hope that’s what you’d aim to do.

Friends

You’ll make lots of friends as a carer, and you’ll be relied upon by many people, making you very popular person indeed.

Improve communication skills

It can take some time to develop relationships with lots of different people, so you’ll always be learning and refining your communication skills.