Interested in careers that will allow you to work with children? Here’s what you need to know.
The sectors that typically employ people to work with children
When we think of jobs that involve working with children, the most common sectors include teaching, charity work, healthcare, nursery care, sports, and recreation. However, there are roles that are less obvious, and where you will still directly work with and support children, including public services, leisure, and sports. For example, you might look at becoming a social worker, a librarian, a play worker, or a sports coach.
How to choose the right role
It pays to think widely and consider your skills. For example, if you are creative, you could become a volunteer dance teacher or an art therapist. You could work as a charity support worker, or you could become a child protection officer. You might also want to become involved with foster care Wrexham through an organisation such as //saferfostering.org.uk/foster-care-wales/wrexham/.
What does it take to succeed in these roles?
Every role has its own set of requirements. For example, social work, family law, therapy and mental health or healthworker roles require advanced qualifications. Other roles, such as nursery care, require qualifications which can be achieved on the job or through blended learning. Others, such as volunteer community sports roles, require dedication, enthusiasm and an enhanced DBS check.
Do your research to see which roles are likely to be right for you, and pursue your career in a rewarding and growing field, where no day will be the same!
