A message by our amazing carer, Anna It’s Not Just a Weekend Job I started working in care a year ago, hoping to find a weekend job to support some house renovations. My full-time role as a Purchase Ledger Controller felt worlds apart, and I wasn’t sure how I’d manage both. In the beginning, I had doubts. I’m emotional and sensitive, and I wasn’t sure how I’d cope with providing personal care, especially for male customers. But once I began, it all started to make sense. One of the carers who trained me said, “You’ve got empathy. You’ll be great at this.” That stayed with me. Now, I find myself looking forward to weekends. Care work has become a part of my life that I truly value. I enjoy checking the rota, catching up with the lovely people I support, and being part of something that feels meaningful. It’s also helped my mental wellbeing. The role brings structure, purpose, and a real sense of joy. I had been looking for extra income, but what I found was a whole new part of myself.
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