More than 80% of adult social care professionals working on the front line say their job has had an impact on their mental health.
The NACAS survey found that 26% of front line care workers have sustained a significant physical injury.
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Experts growing concerned over a burgeoning “grey area” of workers who have no formal training or qualifications and work cash in hand
Statistics reveal that there were 6,034 violent attacks on care workers between 2013 and 2018, resulting in serious injury.
Research also reveals that those working for private care companies in England earn 17% lower than their public sector counterparts.
The event, hosted by the Minister of Care, applauded the work of adult social care workers in the UK.
The event will applaud care and support workers for their daily commitment to caring in the community.