Thinking About a Career in Care?
Here’s How to Get Started-Even With No Experience
Looking for a role that’s flexible 🕒, rewarding 💖, and full of purpose 🌟?
Whether you’re starting fresh 🎓 or exploring a new path 🔄, a career in care could be just what you’re looking for.
With thousands of vacancies across the UK 📍, there’s never been a better time to join the sector, and at Lago Homecare, we’re here to guide you every step of the way 🤝.
In this blog, we’ll explain what a care role involves, the benefits of working in care, and how you can get started with confidence, even if you’ve never done it before.
🔗 We offer companionship, personal care, respite care, reablement care, dementia care, palliative care, live-in care, and learning disability support.
📌 We provide services across Teesside and North Yorkshire, including Yarm, Ingleby Barwick, Stockton-on-Tees, Stokesley, Northallerton, Guisborough, Darlington, Middlesbrough, Billingham, Redcar, and Saltburn-by-the-Sea.
Why Choose a Career in Care?
Being a carer isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to make a real difference in someone’s life every day.
Whether you’re helping someone start their morning or simply offering a friendly chat over a cuppa ☕, the impact you’ll have is genuine and lasting.
Here’s why more and more people are choosing to work in care:
🔒 Job security – With over 131,000 vacancies in England alone (Skills for Care, 2024), care roles offer strong and stable employment.
💖 Emotional rewards – Supporting people to live independently brings a deep sense of purpose.
🕒 Flexible hours – Choose shifts that fit around your lifestyle, mornings, evenings, weekends, or live-in care.
📈 Career progression – Many carers go on to become team leaders, specialists, or even registered managers.
🔁 Transferable skills – Communication, resilience, empathy, and organisation are just a few of the valuable skills you’ll gain.
What Does a Carer Do?
Care roles vary depending on the person you’re supporting, but they often include:
🛁 Help with personal care, like washing or dressing
💊 Medication reminders
🗣️ Companionship and conversation
🍽 Meal preparation and light household tasks
🚶 Support with appointments or outings
At Lago Homecare, our care is always personalised, designed to support independence, comfort, and dignity.
if you’d like to learn more, we have a blog that explains a typical day in the life of a carer, available here.
How to Get Started in Care
You don’t need formal qualifications to become a carer. What matters most is who you are as a person. If you’re kind, patient, and reliable, you’re already off to a great start.
Here’s a simple step-by-step guide:
Understand the Role
Get familiar with what the job involves.
Know Your Strengths
You might be new to care, but qualities like compassion, good communication, and a willingness to learn go a long way.
At Lago, we hire for values, we can teach the rest.
Gain Experience (Optional)
Volunteering with older people or in your community can help build confidence and show future employers you’re serious.
Begin Your Training
Some training is provided on the job, but having a head start can help. You might consider:
🧾 The Care Certificate
🎓 Level 2 or 3 Diplomas in Health & Social Care
Complete Checks
To work in care, you’ll need:
🔍 An enhanced DBS check (criminal record)
📧 Two references—ideally one from a recent employer or teacher
Apply
You can search and apply through:
🔵 Indeed
Or, ☎️ Contact Us directly
How Lago Homecare Supports New Carers
Starting something new can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. We’re here to support your journey with:
✅ Paid training, including the Care Certificate
✅ Friendly, supportive local teams
✅ Clear progression routes and Level 3 qualifications
✅ Mentoring and shadowing opportunities
✨ Want to know what it’s really like to work with us? Read our reviews to get a real sense of our team culture and the support we provide.
Ready to Start Your Career in Care?
Whether you’re looking for a fresh start, returning to work, or simply want to do something more meaningful, care could be the perfect fit.
📞 Get in touch today and take the first step toward a fulfilling new career.
We’d love to hear from you💕.