Real stories from real people
Find out if you have what it takes from our case studies below.
WeCare Wales TV Advert
WeCare Wales launches its new job portal with a TV advert at the forefront of the campaign.
A big thank you to Karima and Pineshield Health and Social Care for helping us create this special film.
For more information on working in social care, visit www.WeCare.wales/jobs
Nel Owen
Home Care Support Worker
Nel worked on a farm for 13 years before changing career and becoming a Home Care Support Worker, caring for people in her community.
Hannah Pearson
Care Home Activities Co-ordinator
Due to the coronavirus pandemic Hannah was made redundant from her previous role as a hotel manager. Working in the care sector felt important to her and it is the first job she has had that utilises her degree in fine art.
Sara Davies
Assistant Director at Pobl Group
Sara sought after a career change that gave back to the community. She started from the bottom and has worked her way up, to now overseeing the supported living environments and community services.
WeCare Walk
Group of care workers in Wales.
Working in care isn’t always easy. We know that sometimes it can be challenging.
We spoke to a group of care workers in Wales.
This is what they said…
Dean Morgan
Workforce Capability Manager
Dean works for Pineshield Health and Social Care and oversees the recruitment and retention across the workforce.
Gillian Owen
Community Care Supervisor
Gillian is a community care supervisor who supports staff in looking after vulnerable people locally.
They are the lifeline their community needs right now.
Andrew Guy
Support Trainer
Andrew delivers training to frontline support workers who provide care and support to individuals with learning disabilities, helping them gain independence and confidence where they need it most.
Job vacancies in care
Wales needs more social care workers.
Many people working in social care have made the jump from jobs such as hospitality or retail. Use your transferable skills and apply for roles in your area now.