Why choose a career in social care?

Are you looking to change your career? When choosing a career path, there are lots of things to consider when finding the right role for you. In this article we paint some of the incredible reasons why a career in social care is not only rewarding, but benefits your wellbeing as well.

There are many reasons why people choose to work in social care. Here are some of the most common ones:

Desire to help others: Many people are naturally empathetic and have a strong desire to help others. Working in social care allows them to make a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable people, which can be highly rewarding.
Sense of purpose: Social care work is often seen as a vocation rather than just a job. People who work in this field often feel a strong sense of purpose, knowing that they are making a difference in the lives of others.
Personal fulfillment: For many social care workers, the satisfaction of helping others and seeing positive outcomes is a fulfilling experience. It can also provide a sense of personal growth and development.
Job security: Social care is a growing industry, and the demand for social care workers is expected to continue to rise. This provides job security for those who work in the field.
Flexibility: Social care jobs can offer flexible working arrangements, which can be attractive to those who need to balance work with other commitments.
Varied opportunities: Social care work encompasses a wide range of roles, from support workers to social workers to Shared Lives carers and from residential care to community care. This variety provides opportunities for people to find a role that suits their skills and interests.

Overall, social care work can be a highly rewarding and fulfilling career for those who have a desire to help others and make a positive impact in their communities. The benefits aren't just for those receiving care, working in social care can have many wellbeing benefits as well, both for the individuals receiving care and the staff providing it. Here are some ways in which working in social care can promote wellbeing:

Sense of purpose: Working in social care allows individuals to make a difference in people's lives every day, which can provide a strong sense of purpose and fulfillment.
Connection: Working in social care allows individuals to build strong relationships with those they support and their families, as well as with colleagues, which can promote a sense of connection and belonging.
Personal growth: Working in social care can provide opportunities for personal growth and development, as individuals are often required to learn new skills and adapt to new situations.
Job security: This is mentioned in the previous list, but it's worth mentioning again, social care is a rapidly growing sector, which can provide job security and stability.
Flexibility: Again, flexibility is in the other list as well, but it's a fantastic feature of working in social care. Many roles in social care offer flexible working arrangements, which can promote a healthy work-life balance and reduce stress, helping you to fit in work around your life and daily commitments.
Recognition: Social care workers are often highly valued and respected by the people they support and their families, which can provide a sense of recognition and appreciation for their work.
Improving mental health: Supporting and caring for others can be rewarding and empowering. Working in social care can help increase self-esteem and a sense of accomplishment, reducing stress and improving mental health.

Working in social care can provide individuals with a sense of meaning and purpose in their work, allowing them to make a positive impact on others' lives, which can promote their own wellbeing.

At Ategi we offer a range of social care roles. From becoming a Shared Lives carer to a support worker.

Find out more about becoming a support worker

Find out more about becoming a Shared Lives carer