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Sector Pulse Check 2024: International Recruitment as a Lifeline Staff shortages in social care are driving providers to rely heavily on costly agency workers—but there is a better way. The latest Sector Pulse Check report underscores the critical role of international recruitment as a game-changer for the sector, and RAP Affinity is leading the charge. Our pre-trained, skilled candidates bring stability and high-quality care to UK care homes. Let’s work together to reduce agency costs and build a sustainable workforce. Read more: https://lnkd.in/et_Jm_Mp... https://lnkd.in/e_R8JukZ #ValueSocialCare #CareHomeSolutions #SocialCareRecruitment #CareJobsUK

5-Year Cliff Edge: Preparing for Social Care’s Next Challenge Thousands of overseas care workers have been the backbone of the UK’s social care sector. But by 2025, many of these experienced carers will gain indefinite leave to remain, potentially leading to a mass exodus to higher-paying industries. RAP Affinity is here to help care homes prepare through strategic workforce planning—because waiting until it’s too late isn’t an option. Discover how planning today can secure your future workforce. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eZbfsx-W... #SocialCare #WorkforceStrategy #RAPaffinity #CareSectorExcellence #RecruitmentSolutions #SocialCareUK #ukcarehomes

⚡️ Social Care Reform: Waiting Until 2028 Is Too Late ⚡️ While plans for a National Care Service by 2028 sound promising, the challenges facing social care are urgent—and the time to act is now. Recruitment and retention issues are hitting hard, and immediate solutions are essential to stabilise the workforce. RAP Affinity is already making a difference by providing trained carers who are ready to fill vital roles today. Let’s build a stronger future without delay. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/eyv_ppTT #SocialCareReform #ActNow #BetterCare #SocialCare #WorkforceStrategy #CareSectorExcellence #RecruitmentSolutions #SocialCareUK

Start 2025 with recruitment success! Pre-trained professionals from RAP Affinity can be the key to delivering better care and better lives. ✨ #BetterCare #TrainingMatters #SocialCare #SocialCareRecruitment

✨ Better Training, Better Care, Better Lives! ✨ At RAP Affinity, we believe that high-quality care starts with well-trained professionals. That’s why we partner with top training organisations to ensure our candidates are ready to excel from day one. Sector-specific training matters because: ✔️ It equips professionals with essential skills ✔️ It ensures compliance with complex regulations ✔️ It prepares candidates to deliver outstanding care Invest in pre-trained staff. Invest in the future of your care home. Let’s raise the bar in social care together! 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/eGmNJhie #SocialCare #TrainingMatters #BetterCare

✨ Transform your care home, one hire at a time! ✨ At RAP Affinity, we make the challenge of finding the right talent easier. Our boutique recruitment approach ensures every candidate is not just qualified but also the perfect fit for your team’s values and goals. 💡 Comprehensive candidate screening 🤝 Personalised matching processes 💬 Expert guidance every step of the way Because your residents deserve exceptional care—and we’re here to help you deliver it. 📩 Ready to make a difference? Connect with us now! 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eK2ZQ7UU #SocialCareRecruitment #ElevatingCare #RAPAffinity

🚀 Welcome to 2025! The Human Touch in Recruitment🌟 The recruitment landscape is shifting, and 2025 is all about proactive hiring, empathy, and inclusivity. In the social care sector alone, over 150,000 vacancies in the UK highlight the urgent need for innovative strategies. 💡 Key trends: 🔹 Transitioning from reactive to pro-active skills-based recruitment 🔹 Focusing on candidate experience—fairness, timely feedback, and cultural transparency 🔹 Embracing diversity and inclusion to drive innovation and collaboration Discover how RAP Affinity is helping organisations adapt to this new era. 🌐 Dive into the full blog for insights and actionable strategies: https://lnkd.in/eFAfqbWJ #Recruitment2025 #SocialCareJobs #DiversityInclusion #RAPAffinity

🌟 Indago Webinar: Building a Stronger Social Care Workforce! 🌟 Today, Indago Development hosted an insightful webinar, welcoming 16 passionate individuals to learn about the benefits of the Indago Carer-New Entrant Training Programme. RAP Affinity proudly partners with Indago Development to place the graduates of this programme with UK Social Care employers. Together, we ensure that carers are not only highly trained but also workplace-ready, prepared to make a real impact in the social care sector. Short of team members in your Social Care home? Get in touch to discover how RAP Affinity can work with your organisation and support your workforce needs! #SocialCare #WorkforceDevelopment #IndagoTraining #CarerSuccess #RAPAffinity #WorkforceStrategy 

The surge in international recruitment is vital for the adult social care sector. "Employers recruiting internationally have seen a higher decrease in their vacancy rates and lower turnover rates for internationally recruited workers compared to those recruited domestically" #adultsocialcare #socialcare #internationalrecruitment #culture #devon #bristol #london Ed2Careers #healthcarecrisis #carehomes