Now the homes face fresh problems over the decision by the government to ban workers who are not fully vaccinated against Covid-19.
The upshot is that care homes have a plethora of vacancies to fill – and Nottinghamshire is one of the worst-hit areas.
We have trawled the job sites and cherry-picked these 15 posts at homes across the Mansfield and Ashfield area to demonstrate the wide variety of positions available now.
For more information and full details on how to apply, please contact the homes direct or visit the Indeed website.
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9. Domestic/laundry assistant
A reliable and self-motivated domestic/laundry assistant is needed by Sutton Lodge residential care home in Sutton. He or she must have at least 12 months' experience in domestic work, and a couple of references will be required too. Photo: Submitted
10. Full-time care assistant
A position has arisen for a full-time care assistant at the Haywood Oaks care home in Blidworth. Experience is preferred but is not essential. All staff at the small, friendly home are tested for Covid-19 every week, and PPE is worn within the building. Photo: Submitted
11. IT/admin support officer
Thistle Hill Hall (pictured) in Mansfield is a 23-bedroom residential home that provides rehabilitation care for people with mental-health issues. It is looking to recruit an officer who will be responsible for a host of IT and administration tasks, including overseeing the staff rota and the home's website. Photo: Submitted
12. Front-of-house (weekends) manager
A part-time front-of-house manager is wanted for weekend shifts at the Kingfisher Court care home in Sutton. He or she will be the welcoming face and administrative hub of the home, providing support to the manager in all customer-related aspects of the day-to-day operation. They will handle enquiries and liaise on all activities. Photo: Christopher Futcher/Getty Images