At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate staffing for children's services and ensure high-quality care delivery.
- Company: Join a growing care organisation making a real difference in Somerset.
- Benefits: Starting salary of £25,000 with potential increase, remote work, and career growth.
- Other info: Flexible working hours with an on-call rota and opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Be part of a rewarding role that supports vital care services and builds a reliable workforce.
- Qualifications: Experience in health and social care coordination and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 25000 £ per year.
Locations Covered: Somerset
Salary: £25,000 per annum initially, with salary review after successful 6-month probation (potential increase to £30,000 per annum)
Working Pattern: Full-Time | Remote Working Available
About the Role
We are seeking an organised and experienced Care Coordinator to join a growing care organisation, supporting new contracts across Somerset. The role will support their children's services in Somerset, ensuring staffing levels are maintained, shifts are covered effectively, and services have the right people in place to deliver high-quality care. This is a varied and rewarding role combining workforce coordination, recruitment, compliance, and operational support. The successful candidate will play a key role in building and maintaining a reliable care workforce across both regions.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate staffing requirements across adult supported living services
- Ensure shifts are covered effectively using the organisation's staffing app and available workforce
- Monitor staff availability and support efficient rota management
- Be part of an on-call support structure for a 24-hour service
- Support recruitment activity across Norfolk and Somerset, managing the process from start to finish
- Source, interview, and onboard new care staff
- Complete and maintain recruitment compliance checks and documentation
- Support new starters through the onboarding process
- Work closely with service teams to understand staffing needs and resolve challenges quickly
- Maintain accurate workforce records and ensure compliance standards are met
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has previous experience within health and social care coordination, recruitment, rostering, or workforce planning
- Understands the care sector and the importance of safe staffing levels
- Has experience supporting recruitment processes, ideally within care
- Is confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Has excellent organisation, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Is proactive, reliable, and able to work independently
- Is comfortable working remotely while maintaining strong communication with teams
- Holds a full UK driving licence and has access to a vehicle
What We Offer
- Salary of £25,000 per annum initially
- Formal salary review following successful completion of a 6-month probation period
- Opportunity to increase salary to £30,000 per annum
- Remote working opportunity
- Opportunity to join a growing care organisation
- A varied role with responsibility across recruitment and workforce operations
- The chance to make a real impact supporting high-quality care services
Job Type: Full-Time - Remote
Working Hours: Monday-Sunday service coverage with participation in an on-call rota
Shift Coordinator employer: AA Euro Recruitment UK
Join a forward-thinking organisation in Enfield, London, where you can make a real difference as an OFSTED Registered Manager. With a competitive salary and performance-based bonuses, you'll have the opportunity to shape a new home dedicated to supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties. Our supportive leadership team is committed to your professional growth, offering a unique chance to step into multi-home leadership roles as we expand, all while fostering a culture of excellence and care.
