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Overview

Working in the health or social care sector can be extremely rewarding. Health care can include caring for patients in a hospital, dentist, opticians, pharmacy and in people’s homes but there are also support roles which are essential to the day-to-day running of the health service.

Social care involves looking after people in different locations such as residential care or in their own home. There are opportunities to work with people with learning disabilities, physical abilities, mental health, and elderly people.

Take a look at the various links and job roles below to see what could be in store for you. 

  • Health and social care is one of the largest employment sectors across Norfolk and Suffolk with over 103,000 jobs
  • Adult social care is growing and the number of social care jobs will increase by 350,000 by 2020
  • There are around 150,000 full-time equivalent doctors, and over 300,000 nurses in the NHS

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Did You Know?
There are 105 GP practices in Norfolk and Waveney.

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Step Forward - Our new mentoring programme (The Mason Trust)
Would you like help finding employment? The Mason Trust's new Step Forward mentoring project opened on the 1st of July for 16-24 year olds who live in South Norfolk.
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Dental Nurse Apprentice (Guildhall Dental)
Closing Date:
31st July 2024
Location:
Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk
We are looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking individual to join our award-winning practice as an Apprentice Dental Nurse.
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Students - have you considered a summer job?
Working a summer job provides an excellent opportunity to develop essential, transferrable skills such as communication, teamwork, and time management. These skills are highly valued by all employers and the experience will help your CV to stand out. Additiona...
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Have you thought about a career in AI?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the simulation of human intelligence in machines. It enables systems to learn, reason, and adapt. AI helps us by automating tasks, enhancing decision-making, improving efficiency in various fields like healthcare, finance, and t...
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Dental Nurse Apprenticeship - Terrace Dental
Closing Date:
1st August 2024
Salary:
£9984 per year
Location:
Newmarket, Suffolk
Employer Description Located in the heart of Newmarket, our dental clinic prides itself on being one of the country’s leading private dentists. We provide clinical excellence in restorative dentistry, implant, cosmetic, sedation, oral surgery, TMJ and teeth st...
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