Training and development

Alkare is committed to the continuous development of staff. Each staff member has a personal development plan agreed with their local home manager and our training manager. We seek to support them in attaining professional improvement with the training required to achieve their goals

Training may include internal or external courses and supervision to assist the staff member achieve National Vocational Qualifications in health and social care or support to achieve diploma in management from external training bodies.

Our staff come from a variety of backgrounds, many have worked in social or health care before joining our service, others have chosen to join us to train and develop themselves in a new and exciting career.

New staff complete an intensive three day induction programme at our Head Office before commencing work in our homes. This includes introduction to care, the client’s perspective, the fundamentals of safe working practices and much more.

At Alkare we are committed to developing our own staff and promoting from within the organisation. Many of our Managers and Senior staff have been produced through support from within the company by attaining NVQ level 4 and Diploma in management qualifications

Should you wish to know more about a career as a carer in Alkare ltd, or current vacancies please call 01792 763590. Alkare is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to promoting a diverse workplace. We strive to attract and retain exceptional individuals regardless of their gender, race, religion, nationality, age, disability, marital status or any other characteristics unrelated to the skills and abilities required for job performance.