Fast Track to Care Programme
About us
The Fast Track to Care Programme is an initiative that sets out provide residents of the Vale of Glamorgan with the skills necessary to pursue a lasting career in care. In partnership with Communities for Work, the Fast Track to Care programme offers ongoing support after completion to aid your transition into employment.
About the role
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Main Place of Work: Remote/Hybrid
Temporary Reason: Training
Description:
Fast Track to Care: Supporting New Careers in Social Care
The Vale of Glamorgan Council’s Fast Track to Care programme is working in partnership with Communities for Work to offer tailored support, free training, and direct access to social care employers across the region.
This initiative is designed for residents of the Vale of Glamorgan who have little or no care experience and are interested in starting a meaningful career in the sector.
The programme offers:
1. One-to-one support from the Communities for Work team
2. A 3-day WeCare Wales Introduction to Social Care course
3. Access to training from the Vale of Glamorgan Council
4. Job-matching with over 20 local care providers
5. Ongoing support with applications, interviews, and further training
Participants can also access accredited training aligned with their preferred care roles, including:
6. Emergency First Aid
7. Manual Handling
8. Infection Control
9. Medication Awareness
If you live in the Vale of Glamorgan and are looking to start a rewarding career in care, this could be your next step.
Apply now or for more information contact:
About you
You will need:
10. To be a kind, caring person
11. Are looking for a career in care or transitioning into care from a different sector
12. Would like free training to help you gain a job in social care
13. Have access to sufficient IT equipment to attend online training
Additional Information
DBS Check Required: N/A
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