Understand the individual
Describe the support approach, communication needs and daily activities without including identifiable personal details in your initial enquiry.
Supported living staffing
Support that starts
with the person.
Talk to CMB about support-worker recruitment for supported living and disability services, with dignity, choice and everyday independence at the centre.
The recruitment conversation
Specific to your service.
People, choice and independence at the centre of support. A useful conversation starts with the actual duties, the people supported and the requirements of the placement.
- Role and setting requirements discussed.
- Checks and evidence reviewed where applicable.
- Assignment details and terms confirmed before attendance.
What matters
A thoughtful brief
makes the difference.
Understand the role
Set out responsibilities, required experience, lone-working arrangements and any specialist competencies or training.
Prepare the introduction
Agree the service induction, escalation routes and handover. The assignment brief should make responsibilities and boundaries clear.
Healthcare professions
Explore the people
behind the roles.
How do we describe a supported-living requirement?
Outline the support model, working pattern, communication needs and relevant experience. Explain lone-working or team arrangements without including identifiable information about the people you support.
Link to this answerWhat should we cover before a worker starts?
Discuss role-specific learning, practical skills, local induction, reporting arrangements and the support available on shift. Agree responsibilities and the escalation contact in advance.
Link to this answerCan continuity be part of the brief?
Yes. Tell us about established routines, the planned length of cover and your preference for consistent workers. CMB will discuss how that requirement fits available staff and agreed assignments.
Link to this answerSupport built around everyday life.
Tell us about your support model, preferred continuity and the experience you need.