Adult social care
Adult care is one of the steadiest routes into work in London, and one of the clearest to progress in. Each qualification you complete opens the next level of responsibility and pay.
£20,000 to £25,000 a year
Supporting people with daily living, personal care and keeping records. Most people start here with a Level 2 qualification and on-the-job training.
Official role profile (opens in a new tab)£24,000 to £29,000 a year
Leading a shift, mentoring newer staff and taking responsibility for care plans. Usually needs a Level 3 qualification.
Official role profile (opens in a new tab)£22,000 to £30,000 a year
Looking after the physical and mental wellbeing of adults or children living in care settings.
Official role profile (opens in a new tab)£25,000 to £55,000 a year
Running a service — staffing, budgets, CQC compliance and quality of care. Normally needs a Level 5 leadership qualification.
Official role profile (opens in a new tab)Salaries are shown from starter to experienced and are a guide only — your pay depends on your employer, your hours and where you work. Source: National Careers Service (UK Government). We review these figures against the official profiles and update them when they change.
Listed in the order most learners take them.
1 day
Level 2
30 weeks
Level 2
3 days
Level 3
5 days
Level 3
30 Weeks
Level 5
18 months
Level 2
5 days
