A care worker, unlike those doing social care, has more leeway in demanding more from an employer. While those doing social care have the right to demand their employers follow all standards, a care worker for a private company expects more.

One of the easiest ways to tell the quality of a potential employer is to look at employee turnover. Social care has a high employee turnover rate, but some private or franchised companies do not. If the current employees have been there for a long time, this is a sign of a good company to work for.

A company with a large number of clients who want a care worker or a nurse is also a good sign. Clients flock to companies they know to have good employees who provide quality care. Clients who sign up by recommendation are the best indication. A company with highly sought-after employees, usually treats their employees well.

Reputation is everything. Nursing homes and residential homes have reputations, good or bad. Speak to others in your field, or look online for forums and news about different places that hire care workers. Naturally, you will always find one or two disgruntled employees, but look for a pattern. If you really want in depth information, try websites that match care workers and social care workers with employers. The employers often give an in-depth look at their company and their particular strengths. You want to look for companies with high standards who pride themselves on offering first class care to their clients.