Children's homes 'struggling to recruit staff'

Neil Puffett
Monday, September 13, 2021

Children's homes are struggling to recruit staff, with people reluctant to work in the sector and qualified staff being poached by other establishments, the Independent Children's Homes Association (ICHA) has warned.

Providers have reported a lack of applicants attending interviews. Picture: Adobe Stock
Providers have reported a lack of applicants attending interviews. Picture: Adobe Stock

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