Job sector careers in social care

Social workers support individuals and their families through difficult times and ensure that vulnerable people, including children and adults, are safeguarded from harm. Their role is to help improve outcomes in people's lives.

A career in social care may involve working with:

• Children and young people, adults of working age or older adults
• People who have broken the law
• People who have physical or learning disabilities
• People with mental health problems

Social workers tend to specialise in supporting either children and families, or vulnerable adults.

You can find out more about the role of a Social Worker including the skills set required and the responsibilities by visiting the website below:

Prospects: Social Worker Job Profile

Alternatively to discover the different job roles available in the Social Care industry including:

• Child Psychotherapist
• Community Development Worker
• Councillor
• Education Psychologist
• Family Support Worker
• Life Coach
• Youth Worker

Prospects: Social Care Job Profiles