Our company does:

Provision of 24 hour residential care for the elderly

More information about the business:

60 Bed residential care home provides 24 hour care to elderly people.
Provide all services - personal care – catering – housekeeping - health care.

The main skills you need for this industry are:

Good communication skills. Genuine interest in area of work - patience – stamina – empathy.

A typical day at work is:

Assist residents to wash and dress. Provide and serve all meals and snacks.
Assist residents to prepare for bed.
Organise any appointments – GP’s, Hospital etc.
Encourage social activities.

The advice I would give a young person wanting a career in this line of work is:

Need genuine interest in area of work
Be prepared to gain relevant qualification NVQ 2 NVQ 3.
Realise it’s very demanding work physically and mentally.
Willing to work unsocial hours.

Things we look for in a employee are:

Caring disposition respectful, honesty, good communication skill, genuine interest in work, willingness to learn.

Our business is involved with schools and the new specialised diplomas by:

Offer insight into work area realistic expectations.

Our hopes for the future of the business are:

To continue to provide excellent levels of care – experience, trained committed workforce.