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Social Care

Uncover the world of social care with Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent ICS. Discover the rewarding careers in this vital area of health and care!

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Students in years 10-13 are welcome to apply!

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Over 10 hours worth of content

Overview

Social care is one of the most critical areas of the health and care sector, and the professionals within it make a significant difference in people’s lives every day by helping them manage their conditions and lives in various environments. How much do you know about social care and the careers available? We’re here to help and point you in the right direction!

What's included

This programme will cover everything from an introduction to the different careers within social care and insight into the core aspects, areas, and responsibilities within this area of care. From looking at direct care roles to invaluable supporting careers, you’ll get a fantastic understanding of how social care works.

Introduction to Health and Social Care

Have you ever wondered what the health and social care sector is really like? It’s a system that is crucial for treating patients and saving lives on a daily basis, but we often don’t fully understand what it’s like! This module will help with that - from introducing you to social care to essential skills and values, you’ll gain an insight into what it’s like within the sector and how important health and social care really are!

Social Care settings

This module will introduce you to the world of social care, giving you an insight into the various settings in which professionals work so that you can understand where your social care career journey can take you! As a presence throughout the community, social care can be seen in residential locations, nursing homes, community clinics, and beyond. If you’re interested in social care and how it impacts people in the wider community, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain insight into where social care makes a difference!

Social Care support roles

There are so many different roles available within social care, especially in terms of supporting patients and people who need care. Taking a closer look at some of these essential social care support roles, this module will introduce you to the concept of social care support, covering a variety of different roles, including volunteer coordinators and social care prescribers.

Direct Care roles

There are positions in social care that provide direct care to people. From looking at the scope of direct care roles to taking a closer look at roles such as activities workers, personal assistants, and shared lives carers, this module will show you how rewarding roles in social care really are.

Professional roles

Even though social care isn’t typically seen in clinical settings, it doesn’t mean that healthcare professionals don’t play an essential part in social care. This module will take you through some professional roles that interact with social care the most. From looking at social workers, occupational therapists, counsellors and more, this module will provide you with an overview of the many different roles available!

Management roles

Social care can operate differently from other areas of health and care, and management roles play a key role in organising how care is delivered. In this module, we’ll look at some of the core roles within management teams, such as specialist coordinators and team leaders, and provide you with insight into their roles and responsibilities!

The art of communication

An integral part of any healthcare career is interacting with patients and other healthcare professionals. Communication skills can’t be underestimated, and this module will shine a light on exactly why it’s so important! From looking at the surprising importance of non-verbal communication to how to deal with difficult conversations, this module will have your communication needs covered and improved in no time!

Employability skills

This module highlights the importance of getting career-ready by improving your employability skills. From looking at how to ace interviews and craft your CV to the importance of teamwork and resilience, this module will give you the skills you need to reflect and improve on your own employability skills, making sure you have the tools you need to succeed in a potential future in a social care career.

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“It's not easy to find work experience especially when it comes to healthcare. This opportunity is really appreciated.”

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“It has been a memorable and grateful experience that certainly increased my knowledge about the NHS and health and social care.”

Frequently asked questions

Here we can answer any questions about the experiences you may have. If your question isn’t on the list - please contact support here.

What does the application process involve?

Applying for a place is simple. If you’re applying as an individual student, you’ll need to provide your full name and email address, set up a password, confirm you’re over the age of 13 and agree to our terms and conditions.

When will I hear if my application has been successful?

You will be able to access the programme from your dashboard on the day it goes live.

Is there a cost to take part?

No! This is a completely free programme for young people and schools to take part in.

Will I receive a certificate on completion of the programme?

You will receive a certificate on completion of your programme. It will be made available to download whenever your programme is marked as complete.

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Social Care

Uncover the world of social care with Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent ICS. Discover the rewarding careers in this vital area of health and care!

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How can I enter a career in health and social care?

The health and social care sector has lots of different roles, and with it, lots of pathways that you can pursue to find your dream career.

From T-Levels to Apprenticeships, and even Volunteering, there are a lot of opportunities for you to gain an insight into the world of health and care, and take your first steps in your dream career.

What is a T-Level?

T Levels are 2-year courses designed for young people aged between 16-19 years.

They are equivalent to 3 A Levels and have been developed in partnership with employers and education providers. T Levels aim to prepare students for further or higher education, skilled employment, or an apprenticeship.

T Levels include a dual approach of classroom learning and on-the-job experience. The qualification requires a 45-day placement, which could be in one technical setting or a rotation, depending on the course of study.

The T Levels course includes core theory, concepts, skills, and knowledge needed for a career in the chosen sector.

For more information on T Levels, visit the T Levels website.

What is an apprenticeship?

Apprenticeships are a great way to gain‘on the job’ experience, combined with studying for a formal qualification, all while earning a wage.

Apprenticeships can range from 12 months to 5 years, giving you sufficient time to learn new skills and gain knowledge in the area you see yourself in the future. You can do an apprenticeship in a wide range of areas, from healthcare workers, to administrators or radiology.

As an Integrated Care System, we offer rotational apprenticeship schemes that gives you the opportunity to enhance your skills in a range of health and care settings. This will provide experience and competencies that will be beneficial when you are looking for permanent employment or to enable you to progress along your chosen career pathway.

Why is volunteering beneficial?

There are lots of different benefits to volunteering. By volunteering, you can:

  • Gain and develop skills, experience, and practical insights
  • Explore different career paths
  • Meet new people
  • Boost confidence
  • Improve emotional wellbeing

We work closely with local partners VAST and Support Staffordshire who provide volunteer brokerage across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. They have a really broad range of volunteering opportunities with local community organisations and within health and care, so will be happy to help find the right role for you.

VAST

VAST is a registered charity, providing specialist services to the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) Sector in Stoke on Trent and North Staffordshire.

Support Staffordshire

Support Staffordshire is the largest independent voice VCSE in Staffordshire.

How can I boost my employability?

As a Cornerstone Employer, we are committed to working with local schools and colleges to ensure that employability skills are encouraged and practised throughout a young person's academic life.

Employability skills such as time management, resilience, and communication are all important - but these are just some of the skills that you need.

For more information, the Careers & Enterprise Company has plenty of information on the right skillset needed to succeed.

Career Pathways

Here we can answer any questions about career pathways you may have. If your question isn’t on the list - please contact support here.

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