Knowledge Hub and Useful Links

We can provide you with general information about care recruitment and suggest some useful links that can assist you in your search for care-related job opportunities. Please note that the availability of specific resources and websites may change over time, so it’s always a good idea to perform an updated search to find the most relevant information. Here are some general tips and links to get you started:

Job Search Websites:

Indeed (www.indeed.co.uk)
Reed (www.reed.co.uk)
Totaljobs (www.totaljobs.com)
Guardian Jobs (jobs.theguardian.com)
NHS Jobs (www.jobs.nhs.uk)

Social Care Recruitment Websites:

Social Care Association (www.socialcareassociation.co.uk)
Community Care Jobs (jobs.communitycare.co.uk)
Carehome.co.uk (www.carehome.co.uk/jobs)
Care Quality Commission (www.cqc.org.uk/jobs)

Professional Associations and Regulatory Bodies:

Skills for Care (www.skillsforcare.org.uk): Offers guidance, resources, and job listings in the social care sector.
Care Quality Commission (www.cqc.org.uk): The independent regulator of health and social care in England. Provides information on regulated care providers and job opportunities within them.
Royal College of Nursing (www.rcn.org.uk): A professional association for nurses in the UK, offering resources, support, and job listings.
British Association of Social Workers (www.basw.co.uk): The professional association for social workers in the UK. Provides career development resources and job listings.

Local Councils and NHS Trusts:

Check the websites of local councils and NHS Trusts in your desired area, as they often have dedicated recruitment pages for care-related positions. These organizations may advertise vacancies directly or provide links to external job boards.

Remember to tailor your search to specific care roles or sectors of interest (e.g., domiciliary care, nursing homes, NHS care, etc.), as this can help you find more targeted job opportunities. Additionally, networking within the care sector, attending job fairs, and reaching out to recruitment agencies specializing in care roles can also be beneficial in your job search.

Please note that while these resources can provide valuable information and job listings, it’s essential to thoroughly research and vet any opportunities to ensure they align with your qualifications, career goals, and personal preferences.