How to choose a staffing agency without risking your business

In the ever-evolving landscape of care home management, hiring through staffing agencies presents unique challenges, especially for finance leaders. Ensuring compliance and protecting your business from financial risks is crucial. This comprehensive guide, crafted by Dr. Charles Armitage, a doctor turned CEO of Florence, provides the essential insights you need to navigate the complexities of agency staffing.

Key topics covered in this guide:

1. Understanding VAT rules for care homes:
   • Ensure that the staffing agencies you work with correctly apply VAT, particularly the nursing concession. Learn how to avoid potential back payments and legal complications.
2. IR35 compliance and worker status:
   • Protect your care home from liabilities by ensuring that agency staff adhere to IR35 regulations. Gain insights into correct tax treatment to avoid costly mistakes.
3. Evaluating ethical employment practices:
   • Learn how to assess whether staffing agencies comply with UK employment laws and maintain ethical employment practices. Safeguard your business’s reputation and ensure high standards of care.
4. New agency checklist:
   • Access a detailed checklist designed to help you audit and evaluate new staffing agencies. Ensure that your partnerships are built on compliance and trust.

Essential for care home finance leaders:

With increasing regulatory scrutiny, care homes must be vigilant in their approach to staffing. This guide empowers finance leaders to protect their business from financial and legal risks while ensuring the highest standards of care within their organisations.