There is a nationwide need for more care staff. The Department of Health & Social Care is running a major national recruitment campaign to boost the adult social care workforce in England – now and for the future.

Working in adult social care, you will make a real difference to people’s lives every day. Find out why you should consider a job in social care, how to apply, plus the latest jobs.

Looking for a job in social care? 

The Department of Health & Social Care is running a major national recruitment campaign (external website)to boost the adult social care workforce in England – now and for the future. They have gathered everything you need to introduce you to the sector. Explore the different types of care work, what is required for the different roles, and information on finding jobs in your area.

We’ve also listed a range of recruiters and latest vacancies we know about here. But don’t forget to check out social care jobs listed on Find a job (external website) – the official government jobs board.

NHS Employers has a range roles including; Call Handlers, Health Advisors, triage roles and clinical and management positions. All jobs are advertised on NHS Jobs (external website.)

NHS England and Wales has 3 ways to access vacancies – NHS Jobs (external website), Find a job (external website) or you can go directly to the hospital or Trusts website. 

NHS Scotland (external website) currently have vacancies on their website. 

The Welsh Governmenthas developed a Covid19 job hub (external website) for vacancies within Health and Social Care across Wales. 

Barchester Health Care (external website) have jobs nationwide and can be found on their website. They also welcome volunteers. 

Bluebird Care (external website) has approximately vacancies in a variety of roles. They are looking for people who are out of work, or on reduced hours and offer flexibility with short term and long term employment opportunities.

Bupa (external website) is running a large recruitment drive at the moment.  Further information is available on Bupa’s website (external website).

Community Integrated Care (external website) support people who have learning disabilities, autism, mental health concerns or dementia with their daily routines. Vacancies can be found on their website or search for roles in care on Find a job (external website).  

Care UK (external website) currently has jobs nationwide. Experience is not necessary as they offer learning and development programmes. Vacancies can be found on Care UK’s website (external website).

Choice Support has thousands of vacancies on Find a job (external website). No experience or qualifications are required as they will provide on-the-job training. 

HC One (external website) is recruiting for a range of roles such as nursing, housekeeping, maintenance and catering nationwide. Vacancies can be found on HC One’s website (external website).

Home care company Cera (external website) is looking for people to provide immediate relief and support to the NHS and elderly in isolation. Find out more and apply for roles by visiting their recruitment page (external website) or scroll through over 30,000 further care opportunities on Find a job (external website).

Proud to Care care and support work is about supporting adults of all ages including those with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, dementia and mental health. If you have the right values and are keen to learn, there are so many opportunities for you in care and health. Visit Proud to Care (external website) for more details.