Hello

paddedjohn

Plenty of care opportunities going and stating no experience needed so you should have no problem following that path due to you're past.

ScribbleNInk

Heya, very sorry to hear about your loss.

It sounds like you will do really well working in the care sector. You'll have great experience and a solid understanding of all the key principle of the sector. So don't underestimate yourself!

I found this site with advice about getting into care work: http://www.skillsforcare.org.uk/entry_to_social_care/startingacareerinsocialcare/startingacareerinsocialcare.aspx

Also, it might be worth checking out what care facilities and agencies exist in the area of the country you're in. They may have jobs or volunteer opportunities going. Or you might find they are responsive to just giving you some useful advice.

Good luck!

Racheldevon

You will be able to supply a personal/character reference, and this isn't that uncommon. Many care sector roles including support worker/care assistants/ health care etc offer NVQ or equivalent on the job training