Hello, Currently, I work as care giver for old people but I don’t have any certificate of care Assistant. Is it required to have a certificate for care assistant?

I would like to start to work in social care sector. Currently, I'm a volunteer but I need to earn money for paying my rent. Can you recommend a company for starting to work? Thanks!

A good general education and prior experience is normally accepted for entry positions as Care Assistants. Some employers require candidates to have National Certificates or National Qualifications. Certifications and experience can be obtained through apprenticeship programs available in UK. Normally employers provide a 12-weeks basic induction programs as is required in England to work in adult social care. This course would cover  principles of care, safety and security, communication and social skills, identifying and responding to abuse and neglect, career development.
Background Checks and Medical checks are required in order to work with children or vulnerable adults. Some employers require applicants to have a valid driving license when work position requires to support patients in different locations.
This is a job plenty of opportunities to progress and obtain higher qualifications. To reach NVQ levels 2 and 3 in Health or Social Care is encouraged in some organizations. Advancement towards NVQ leadership and management for care services level 4 could lead to become a care home manager.  

• Working with anxious or stressed people
• Being emotionally sensitive and have good humour
• Being friendly and supportive
• Being flexible and able to cope with stressful situations
• Work as part of a team with family and co-workers
• Understanding the principles of Health Care and Hygiene