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Check out the latest Workforce Survey findings from Homecare Association to see the latest progress and continuing challenges in the homecare sector 📰

Our member Homecare Association has published findings from it's latest workforce survey: Key findings include: - 48% said they cannot meet demand, with 84% citing recruitment difficulties as the primary reason. - 44% of providers experienced a decrease in careworker turnover compared to last year, while 41% reported no change. - 65% of respondents reported offering zero-hour contracts, with 54% offering guaranteed hours contracts. Many offered both. - Low fee rates from councils/NHS, lack of guaranteed hours/income, and unattractive employment terms were identified as major obstacles to retention and recruitment. #socialcare #care #recruitment

We have published the findings from our latest Workforce Survey, which offers insights into the workforce of the UK homecare sector. We collected responses from 307 homecare providers, who represent over 38,000 care workers that provide care and support for over 68,000 people across the UK. Key findings include: ➡ 48% said they cannot meet demand, with 84% citing recruitment difficulties as the primary reason. ➡ 44% of providers experienced a decrease in careworker turnover compared to last year, while 41% reported no change. ➡ 65% of respondents reported offering zero-hour contracts, with 54% offering guaranteed hours contracts. Many offered both. ➡ Low fee rates from councils/NHS, lack of guaranteed hours/income, and unattractive employment terms were identified as major obstacles to retention and recruitment. Our report highlights both progress and ongoing challenges in the sector, including workforce shortages, funding issues, and the need for improved commissioning practices. We have outlined recommendations for commissioners, local authorities and the new government to ensure the delivery of quality, sustainable, ethical homecare services across the UK. The full report is available on our website: https://lnkd.in/g3FtC_4S

The US Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that healthcare employment will grow faster than other occupations, accounting for 45% of added jobs through 2032. The total combined positions in senior care are projected to be 8.3 Million by 2040. Is your organization positioned to take advantage of this growth and thrive? Contact us today to learn how we can help you build and sustain your workforce — all while providing a significant return on investment. Learn More:  https://lnkd.in/gh_zuANH   #SeniorHealthCare #assistedliving #workforcesolutions #Recruitment #employerbranding #leadership

In our latest session, Neil Eastwood of Care Friends looks at prominent staffing issues in social care, as well as trying to answer the question: How do we get more workers into the sector? This could include identifying the existing connections of high-performance workers, diversifying your recruitment channels and utilising the existing workforce. #Investinginhealth

In our latest session, Neil Eastwood of Care Friends looks at prominent staffing issues in social care, as well as trying to answer the question: How do we get more workers into the sector? This could include identifying the existing connections of high-performance workers, diversifying your recruitment channels and utilising the existing workforce. #Investinginhealth

In our latest session, Neil Eastwood of Care Friends looks at prominent staffing issues in social care, as well as trying to answer the question: How do we get more workers into the sector? This could include identifying the existing connections of high-performance workers, diversifying your recruitment channels and utilising the existing workforce. #Investinginhealth

A recent report by staffing firm Manpower highlighted a stark increase in talent scarcity, revealing that three quarters of approximately 40,000 employers across various industries now face difficulties filling roles - a significant jump from 45% in 2017. Forbes article: https://lnkd.in/dksV7ruT While companies of all sizes and industries share the problem of staffing, the data shows the health care sector is among those sectors with especially big issues finding staff. It reminds us how Northwell Health responded to the skill shortage by encouraging retirees back to the workforce, using their vision of "create this lifelong infinity and inclusion". You can learn more about their pioneering approach, including creating an internal staffing agency, here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/emWZnEN9

It's reassuring to see the very high proportion of frontline staff in the public service and I think the proportion of staff in regions is also a great thing... though there does continue to be some disparity when it comes to the proportion of Senior Executive Service / Senior Officers outside of the south-east corner. I know government is trying to change this with more flexible working conditions but there's still some way to go. #regionalQueensland #Queenslandgovernment #publicservice #Queenslandsregions

This report is packed full of really interesting and, in some cases, surprising stats, such as 75% of Frontline Workers say they don't have the tech they need to do their job! Get our 2024 State of the Frontline Workforce Report below...