Begin your journey in care with us - no experience needed, just a passion to make a difference!
Induction training
When you're new to care, our induction training is designed to give you the essential knowledge and confidence to start your role safely and effectively. Here's what you can typically expect:
Introduction to care values and responsibilities
Safeguarding adults and children
Health and safety procedures
Infection prevention and control
Manual handling and mobility support
Basic life support and emergency response
Medication awareness
Person-centred care principles
Equality, diversity, and confidentiality
Shadowing
At Network Care and Support, we know starting a career in care can be both exciting and challenging. That's why we offer a structured shadowing program to help new carers and support workers build confidence and develop skills from day one.
By shadowing an experienced carer, you'll gain hands-on experience in real-life care situations while being guided by a mentor. The duration of your shadowing will depend on your progress, with regular discussions to assess your development.
During shadowing, you will:
Gain practical experience in personal care, medication management, companionship, and household tasks.
Learn effective communication with clients and their families.
Build confidence in handling real-life situations.
Understand the diverse needs of those we support, from elderly care to learning disabilities.
Shadowing is a supportive experience, allowing you to learn at your own pace. Our goal is to ensure you feel confident and ready to join the Network Care and Support team.
The care certificate: your foundation in care
We are committed to ensuring that all our new starters have the knowledge and skills to provide high-quality care. As part of your induction and training, you’ll work towards achieving your Care Certificate, a nationally recognised programme that equips new health and social care staff with the essential skills, knowledge, and behaviours to deliver safe, compassionate, and high-quality support.
Guided learning
You won’t be on your own! You will work through a comprehensive workbook, and our experienced team will be there to support you through every module, offering feedback and assistance when needed.
On the job application
The workbook ties closely to your day-to-day tasks, allowing you to apply what you’ve learned directly to real-world care scenarios.
Flexible progress
You’ll work through the workbook during your shadow sessions. Depending on your development and experience, your manager will help set realistic targets for completion.
Recognition
Completing the Care Certificate workbook is a significant achievement and is often the first step towards gaining further qualifications in health and social care.
Skills
You will understand your role and responsibilities as a care worker, build core skills in communication, safeguarding, infection control, person-centred care, and health and safety, preparing you to deliver safe, compassionate support.
Interesting learning
The completion of the workbook involves a combination of self-assessments, practical observations, and reflections on your experience.
Progression opportunities
Network Care and Support believes in nurturing talent and supporting each team member's growth. With hard work and dedication, you can build a fulfilling and dynamic career with us, making a real difference in the lives of those we care for.
Senior case assistant or support workers
Working within the adults, children’s or supported living teams, take on greater responsibility while building leadership skills. Support the on-call service, maintain continuity of care for clients, lead staff supervisions, conduct spot checks, and mentor junior team members.
Complex care specialisation
Working with individuals who have more advanced or specialist care needs, including chronic or neurological conditions, or long-term health conditions.
Coordinator
Overseeing scheduling and ensuring the smooth operation of care services.
Care quality assessor
Monitoring and improving the quality of care we deliver.
Recruitment
Helping to find and onboard the next generation of care professionals.
Live-in care specilization
Providing intensive one-on-one care, living with clients to support their daily needs and ensuring continuity of care.
Health and Social Care Diploma opportunities
Once staff complete their probationary period, they can enrol in a fully funded Health and Social Care Diploma. Working with our dedicated assessors and training partner, staff gain practical experience and tailored support to develop their skills further. This qualification, alongside hands-on training and guidance from our in-house trainers, opens the door to career progression in specialized roles like live-in care, complex care, and children’s services, or ensuring the highest quality of care is provided to those with learning disabilities.
Your experiences matter to us. Hear Directly from our valued clients and carers.
Joining Network Care and Support has been an incredible experience. As someone new to the care industry, I was initially nervous about the challenges ahead. However, the comprehensive induction training provided by the team was exceptional. The sessions on personal care, medication management, and safeguarding were thorough and engaging. I felt supported every step of the way, and the hands-on training really boosted my confidence. Now, I feel well-prepared to provide high-quality, tailored care to our clients. I'm grateful for the opportunity to grow and develop in such a supportive environment
After several years in the care industry, I was ready to take on new challenges and expand my skills. The training provided by Network Care and Support was exactly what I needed to make the transition into complex care. The in-depth sessions on advanced care techniques, medication management, and client-specific needs were incredibly informative and practical. The support from the training team was outstanding, and I felt confident and prepared to handle more complex cases. This opportunity has not only enhanced my professional skills but also deepened my passion for providing high-quality care. I'm proud to be part of a team that values continuous learning and excellence.
Becoming a team leader in supported living has been a rewarding journey, and I owe much of my success to the training provided by Network Care and Support. The comprehensive training programs equipped me with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in this role. From leadership development to advanced care techniques, every aspect of the training was thorough and practical. The support and encouragement from the trainers were invaluable, helping me build confidence and competence. Today, I lead a dedicated team, ensuring our clients receive the highest quality of care. I'm grateful for the opportunities and growth I've experienced here, and I look forward to continuing my professional development with Network Care and Support.
I have had a good experience as they have been patient with me and have guided me well on my role. They have provided a healthy working environment. Provision of full explanations on task lists and checking up if the working hours are good for me.
Network Care and Support is a professional and dedicated service they provide all the training and support for everyone within they team
I enjoy working at Network Care and Support.
I have gained more knowledge on my role and I have learnt to manage myself very well under minimum supervision. I enjoy my job even more.
I appreciate the support I have been getting from the company. Meeting different people and working with them has been amazing.
