Children’s homes facing 'horrific' recruitment and retention problems

Joe Lepper
Wednesday, October 13, 2021

Residential children’s care providers are warning of a staffing crisis, amid burnout fears and a salary war breaking out among homes.

Job stress and low pay is forcing workers into new roles, providers have warned. Picture: Adobe Stock
Job stress and low pay is forcing workers into new roles, providers have warned. Picture: Adobe Stock

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