The healthcare sector is one of the most critical industries worldwide and at its core are the compassionate and skilled individuals who care for others when they need it most.

To help meet the growing demand for dedicated healthcare professionals, Kare Plus Midlands has launched a Get Into Care – a unique opportunity for people without previous experience looking to enter the healthcare industry

Not only are we opening doors for individuals passionate about care, we are strengthening the care workforce by training newcomers, providing affordable care staff support to care and nursing homes at reduced rates.

At Kare Plus, we believe that with the right training, support and experience, anyone with the right attitude can develop the skills needed to provide exceptional care.

What Is Get Into Care and How Does It Benefit My Care Home?

Get Into Care is an employment and training programme based partnership between Kare Plus Midlands and your residential and nursing homes.

We recruit, train and develop promising newcomers in the healthcare field, while your care or nursing home provides the practical experience within your premises, gaining much needed staff, when you did it for less.

The carers in training receive an enhanced level of supervision and support from our team, with regular check ins and

It is more than just a training program; it’s a pathway that provides practical, hands-on experience combined with formal training, allowing individuals to learn while working in real care environments.

The scheme is ideal for those who are new to care or for individuals who may have experience in different sectors but are looking for a career change into healthcare.

Whether you have a passion for helping others or you’ve always dreamed of working in the care sector, this initiative is a perfect stepping stone toward becoming a skilled healthcare assistant.

How It Works

Get Into Care follows a structured approach that blends theoretical learning with practical application.

Initial Recruitment and Assessment
The first step is identifying individuals with the potential to succeed in the healthcare sector.
Kare Plus collaborates with local communities to find people who are eager, compassionate and ready to make a difference.
Candidates are assessed not just on their qualifications but on their commitment to delivering high-quality care.

Placement with Residential and Nursing Homes
Upon selection, participants are placed in your home as a partner with Kare Plus.
This gives participants the chance to learn on the job, working side by side with experienced healthcare professionals and interacting directly with patients and residents.
They will initially carry out unskilled care responsibilities, such as assisting with mealtimes, activities and general tasks before progressing to more skilled care as their training progresses.

Comprehensive Training
Throughout the scheme, participants undergo formal training sessions covering key aspects of healthcare, including patient care, safeguarding, infection control, medication administration, moving and handling and more.
Training is delivered both through online modules and in-person sessions, ensuring that participants gain the knowledge and skills required to excel.

Training Completion and Employment Opportunities
Upon successful completion of their training and experience, new HCAs have the opportunity to secure full-time employment as healthcare assistants within our partnered care homes, should you wish to keep them on as permanent staff.
The combination of experience and qualifications makes them highly employable in the sector.

I’m A Care Home Manager – Why Should I Use Get Into Care Staff?

Get Into Care isn’t just a great opportunity for newcomers to healthcare; it also offers significant benefits for care and nursing homes that partner with Kare Plus.

By participating in the scheme, homes gain access to hand selected, motivated staff at reduced rates while receiving additional support and supervision from Kare Plus, ensuring that both the staff and the residents benefit from a high standard of care.

If that sounds good, here’s even more reasons to use us.

Access to Reliable and Committed Staff at Reduced Rates

One of the primary advantages of partnering with Kare Plus through the Get Into Care Scheme is the opportunity to access staff at reduced rates.

Because these workers are trainees or newcomers to healthcare, homes benefit from lower costs compared to hiring fully qualified healthcare assistants right away.

However, this cost-saving comes without sacrificing quality, as Kare Plus ensures that all participants receive thorough training before and during their placements.

These lower rates allow care homes to manage their staffing budgets more effectively while ensuring residents continue to receive top-notch care.

This financial flexibility can be particularly valuable for homes that are facing tight budgets or need to fill staffing gaps quickly.

Additional Supervision and Support from Kare Plus

Kare Plus goes beyond simply supplying new staff to care and nursing homes.

Through Get Into Care, all participants are supervised by both Kare Plus and the home’s senior staff.

This additional oversight helps ensure that trainees are learning and working to the highest standards.

Ongoing Training and Development

Participants in the Get Into Care Scheme don’t just stop learning once they are placed.

Kare Plus continues to offer ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring that these workers are continually improving and keeping up to date with the latest healthcare practices.

This means that care homes get staff who are not only trained but also continually advancing in their skills and knowledge.

Performance Monitoring

Kare Plus provides regular performance monitoring and assessments of participants throughout.

This ensures that any issues or areas for improvement are identified and addressed quickly, maintaining the quality of care delivered by trainees.

Homes benefit from the reassurance that Kare Plus Midlands is actively involved in managing the development and performance of the staff we provide.

Flexibility and Reduced Recruitment Pressure

Recruitment can be a time-consuming and expensive process for care homes. Finding the right candidates, ensuring they’re qualified, and then training them can take significant resources. The Get

Into Care Scheme helps alleviate this burden by providing a stream of pre-vetted, eager-to-learn candidates who are ready to work.

Kare Plus takes care of the initial recruitment, training, and background checks, meaning care homes can focus on day-to-day operations without the pressure of extensive recruitment efforts.

This flexibility is particularly beneficial for homes that experience seasonal fluctuations in demand or need to quickly fill positions due to unforeseen staff shortages.

By partnering with Kare Plus, homes can tap into a pool of ready-to-train candidates who are passionate about care.

Improved Resident Care and Well-being

Get Into Care is built around the philosophy of providing high-quality care by bringing promising new carers into the healthcare workforce.

As trainees progress through the scheme, they gain the practical skills and knowledge needed to provide attentive, compassionate care to residents.

With additional supervision from Kare Plus and expert training, trainees are encouraged to put resident well-being at the heart of their role.

For care homes, this translates into a higher standard of care for residents.

Freshly trained staff bring enthusiasm and a desire to make a difference, which can lead to improved resident satisfaction and outcomes.

Additionally, because trainees are closely monitored and mentored, any potential issues are quickly identified and corrected, ensuring residents receive the best possible care at all times.

Opportunities for Long-term Staffing Solutions

For care homes looking to build a strong, stable workforce, Get Into Care provides a pathway to long-term staffing solutions.

Once participants complete their training and gain experience, they are well-positioned to become full-time healthcare assistants, providing a continuous source of talent for the home should you wish to take them on permanently.

This can significantly reduce turnover rates and ensure a more stable staffing environment.

Homes that work with us have the opportunity to observe participants’ performance over time, allowing them to select the best candidates for long-term roles.

Enhanced Reputation and Partnership with Kare Plus

Partnering with Kare Plus can also enhance a care home’s reputation.

Being associated with a respected healthcare recruitment company signals a commitment to quality, training and excellence in care.

Residents and their families are likely to feel more confident knowing that the home is actively involved in training and developing its staff through a trusted and established scheme.

Additionally, working with Kare Plus can open the door to further collaborations and support in other areas of healthcare recruitment, training and staffing.

It can be the beginning of a strong, ongoing partnership that benefits the home, your staff and your residents.

For care and nursing homes, Get Into Care offers a range of tangible benefits: access to well-trained, motivated staff at reduced rates, enhanced supervision and support and the chance to build a more stable, long-term workforce.

By teaming up with Kare Plus, homes can ensure their residents receive excellent care while also easing the financial and logistical pressures of recruitment and training.

This win-win approach benefits everyone involved: trainees gain invaluable experience and a clear career path, care homes receive high-quality staffing support and residents enjoy better care outcomes.

Get Into Care is more than just a training program; it’s an investment in the future of care.

If all his sounds like the perfect staffing option for your care home, get in touch with our Kare Plus Midlands team today!

For the West Midlands, call 01902 827700 or for the East Midlands, call 01332 913130.