The Company conducts its Recruitment procedures rigorously as recommended by the Warner Report 1992 “Choosing with Care”. Thorough employment checks with references sought over a 10 year period. All references received are followed up with telephone calls. Enhanced Criminal Record Bureau checks are sought under POVA/POCA procedures. In situations of minor spent offences our policy is to write to the placing organisation to ascertain their views prior to any work assignments being offered.

Highly skilled and motivated staff Focus Care Services recognises that the best support comes from motivated and highly trained staff team. As a company, the training and development of our staff is paramount to the quality of support and care we provide.

 

INDUCTION

• All successful applicants receive a thorough Induction and must attend mandatory training following successful completion of the “Skills for Care” training initiative.
• The Induction book coupled with the individual Handbook provided, Job Description/Specification, Speak Out Policy, clarifies worker expectations.
• The Company has a comprehensive range of practice guidelines, policies and procedures which staff must adhere to.