Care workers being lost to supermarkets

Prospect Tree Healthcare in Wolverhampton says a critical shortage of funding and high staff absence is putting huge pressure on its work

I'm Nick Meir with news that a care company says potential recruits are leaving the training process to take jobs in supermarkets and other sectors where pay is more attractive. Prospect Tree Healthcare in Wolverhampton says a critical shortage of funding and high staff absence is putting huge pressure on its work. The agency adds it cannot afford hourly rates of £12.50 offered by some shops. The company is among a number in the West Midlands warning that winter pressures could leave them struggling to deliver wraparound support for adults needing care. For more care news stay with us here at Care Radio. 

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