Meet Tia, from waitress to Care team leader in just six months!
Sponsored article: "I joined Care UK four years ago after looking for a change from my waitressing job. I started as a Care Assistant and was new to care.
"I was provided with numerous training courses before I even started working on the floor, which helped me to gain an understanding of what working in care involved and the high standards expected. I felt confident in my role after my induction and really enjoyed spending time with the residents and the person centred approach Care UK have adapted.
"I was promoted to Team leader six months after starting with Care UK. I was provided with all the training and guidance i required to climb up the career ladder and I am now a Unit Manager. I feel the opportunities for career progression within Care UK are head and shoulders above other care companies and the support from the management teams within the homes is invaluable.
"The most enjoyable part of my role is adapting new person centred approaches to care, finding out what approach works best for individual residents allowing all residents to feel safe and comfortable within our home.
"Working in care certainly has its challenges; we build strong bonds with our residents and relatives which revolve around trust and when they are no longer with us, it can often be a difficult time for us too. I feel well supported in my role and the whole home approach brings the team together during difficult times."
Tia's story is just one of hundreds of examples of people who have found their calling in care over the last few months.
If you are looking for a change of direction, and want to make a real difference to people's lives, please click here to take a look at the role! We have over 120 care homes across England and Scotland, just waiting for you!
