Person Specification

There are many different care support roles in healthcare, but we’ll shed some light on what they involve! From an overview of other parts to a deep dive into care support within ambulance services, you’ll get closer than ever to these essential roles. Plus, you’ll get an insight into how to care support roles interact with patients throughout their care journey, giving you a great idea of how these roles work in the North East!

Work Experience Details

Experience overview
The health and social care sector is among the most rewarding career routes. With over 350 roles, knowing where to put your skills and passion for care can be tricky. For people who enjoy caring and supporting others, a career in a care support role can be a fantastic option. But what exactly is care support? Let’s make things clearer!

In partnership with North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board, Springpod has created a virtual work experience opportunity to make your first steps into health and social care so much easier. By giving you access to leading experts and industry professionals in the region, you’ll have the opportunity to take part in a unique and immersive virtual work experience that’ll give you all the information you’ll need to make your next steps in a care support role, whilst knowing what careers in the North East can offer you.

What’s included?
This programme will cover many diverse roles and pathways that makeup care support. By giving you an insight into the core aspects, areas, and responsibilities within these professions, you’ll get a closer look at how people in these roles use their varied skillset to provide top-quality care and support to people who need their help. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to participate in activities that’ll put you in the hot seat, test your knowledge on some great quizzes, and speak to inspiring care individuals in live webinars.