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About working in social care
Social care is a field dedicated to providing assistance, support and care services to individuals who need help due to physical or mental illness, disability or age.
It's about promoting people's independence, protecting them from harm or abuse and ensuring their wellbeing.
Working in social care isn't just a job. It's a calling that requires dedication, empathy and a genuine desire to help others.
You don't need previous experience or qualifications to get started in many roles. There are plenty of training and development opportunities.
In return, you can expect a rewarding and fulfilling career that offers variety, flexibility and career progression.
Pages in the About working in social care section
Social care takes place in a range of settings across a variety of roles
Social care workers provide support to people with a wide range of conditions and needs
There are skills and values that are key for anyone wishing to work in social care
Find out more about the range of roles on offer in adult social care
A career in social care can be rewarding in so many ways
There are always opportunities for you to progress a career in social care
Guidance for adult care professionals working abroad who want to work in Norfolk
More information about modern slavery and whistleblowing
Discover what makes a social care career so enjoyable to our care and support workers
Celebrating the hard work of all those working in the care sector
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