
Explore care courses, training opportunities, qualifications and professional development programmes. Discover learning events, career pathways and support to start or progress a career in adult social care.
Why Choose a Career in Adult Social Care?
A career in adult social care offers the opportunity to make a real difference while developing valuable skills and qualifications. Whether you're starting your first job, returning to work, or looking for a new career path, there are a wide range of roles available across residential care, home care, supported living and community services.
Many employers provide full training and support, meaning previous experience is not always required.

A career in adult social care offers a variety of opportunities to learn, develop and progress. Whether you're taking your first steps into the sector or looking to build on existing skills, there are clear pathways to help you achieve your goals.
Many people begin their journey through introductory events, training opportunities and entry-level roles before progressing into specialist, supervisory or management positions. Along the way, you can access qualifications, professional development and support designed to help you grow your career.
Explore our care pathway to discover the different routes available and find out how you can progress in adult social care.
The most common questions our candidates ask us before heading into the sector...
Many roles are available without previous qualifications and employers often provide training and support.
Yes. Many care providers recruit people with the right values and provide training once employed.
Training opportunities range from introductory workshops to Care Certificate training, specialist courses and leadership development programmes.
Attending introductory care events, careers sessions and employability workshops can help you understand the sector and identify suitable opportunities. You can also browse lots of entry-level jobs right here on our website.
Discover events, workshops and learning opportunities designed to help you explore a career in adult social care.
Bury Care Academy is delivering a series of practical Interview Workshop Sessions designed to support individuals preparing for roles within adult social care and beyond.
Interested in working in adult social care but don't know much about it? Come to this session to find out more.
Discover courses, skills and opportunities starting this September