Team Carer Agency: Specialist Staffing for
Supported Living & CQC-Registered Community Homes
Across Greater London
When a supported living service or CQC-registered community home needs a care worker it can truly rely on, it turns to Team Carer Agency — Greater London's dedicated recruitment partner for compassionate, compliant, and immediately available care professionals. From Bank Holiday emergency cover in Hackney to long-term specialist support in Richmond, we connect the right carer with the right setting, every single time.
Who We Are & What Sets Us Apart
Founded to address the persistent staffing gap in London's health and social care sector, Team Carer Agency operates exclusively within the care sector — meaning every decision we make, every candidate we vet, and every process we follow is shaped by one singular focus: safe, person-centred care delivery.
We are registered members of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) framework and align our recruitment and governance practices with the Skills for Care workforce standards. This is not a back-office compliance checkbox — it is the backbone of every placement we make.
Current Roles Available Across London
We recruit across the full spectrum of care roles — from entry-level care assistants to experienced behaviour support workers and registered nurses. Every candidate placed through our services has been thoroughly background-checked, trained, and competency-assessed before stepping onto your floor.
Supported Living Support Worker
Assisting adults with learning disabilities and autism in community-based supported living settings.
Healthcare Assistant (HCA)
Providing personal care, medication prompting, and day-to-day support in residential and community homes.
Mental Health Support Worker
Experienced workers trained in therapeutic de-escalation and recovery-focused mental health support.
Senior Carer / Team Leader
Shift leadership, care plan oversight, and mentoring junior staff in registered care homes.
Night Support Worker
Overnight awake or sleep-in shifts providing safety monitoring and responsive personal care.
Complex Care Specialist
Tracheostomy, PEG feeding, and ventilator-dependent care for medically complex service users.
What We Look for in Every Candidate
At Team Carer Agency, we do not simply fill shifts — we safeguard the people being cared for. Our rigorous two-stage vetting process, aligned with the UK Safer Recruitment guidelines, ensures that every worker on our books meets or exceeds the minimum standards set by the CQC Regulation 19 (Fit and Proper Persons).
- Enhanced DBS certificate (no older than 3 years)
- Minimum 6 months UK care experience
- Valid right to work in the United Kingdom
- Up-to-date mandatory training (Manual Handling, First Aid, Safeguarding)
- Two professional references verifiable within 48 hours
- Satisfactory occupational health declaration
- Care Certificate or equivalent qualification (preferred)
- Willingness to undertake specialist training where required
💡 No Care Certificate yet? That's fine. We partner with accredited training providers to help motivated candidates gain their qualification while working. Speak to our team on 0203 086 9080 to find out more.
Live Job Vacancies — Greater London
The positions listed below are actively hiring as of this week. All rates are above the National Living Wage and reflect experience, specialism, and shift pattern. View all available jobs →
| Role | Borough | Type | Pay Rate | Shift Pattern | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Support Worker – Supported Living | Hackney | Temp / Perm | £12.50/hr | Days & Evenings | Apply Now |
| Healthcare Assistant | Croydon | Temporary | £11.50/hr | Flexible | Apply Now |
| Night Support Worker | Lewisham | Temporary | £13.25/hr | Nights Only | Apply Now |
| Mental Health Support Worker | Southwark | Temp / Perm | £13.75/hr | Mixed Shifts | Apply Now |
| Senior Carer / Team Leader | Richmond | Permanent | £15.00/hr | Days & Lates | Apply Now |
| Complex Care Specialist | Wandsworth | Temp / Perm | £18.00/hr | Flexible | Apply Now |
| Domiciliary Care Worker | Enfield | Temporary | £12.00/hr | Mornings | Apply Now |
| Learning Disability Support Worker | Barnet | Temp / Perm | £12.75/hr | Days | Apply Now |
| Waking Night Carer | Brent | Temporary | £13.00/hr | Nights | Apply Now |
| Registered Nurse (RGN) | Islington | Temp / Bank | £22.00/hr | Days & Nights | Apply Now |
| Autism Support Worker | Tower Hamlets | Permanent | £13.50/hr | Mixed Shifts | Apply Now |
| Care Home Assistant | Newham | Temporary | £11.50/hr | Flexible | Apply Now |
Why London's Care Sector Chooses Team Carer Agency
Commissioners, registered managers, and social care providers across Greater London consistently return to us because our model is built around transparency, speed, and compliance — not just headcount. When you book staff through our platform, you receive a named consultant, a pre-shift briefing pack, and the assurance that every candidate's documentation has been independently verified.
For Employers & Providers
We understand the pressures facing registered managers under CQC's Fundamental Standards. That is why our staffing services are designed to integrate seamlessly with your existing rota management, safeguarding frameworks, and audit trails — reducing risk rather than adding to it.
For Job Seekers & Carers
Whether you are newly qualified or carry twenty years of specialist experience, Team Carer Agency offers competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and genuine career progression. Our dedicated candidate team will match you to roles where your skills create real impact — not just fill a gap on a rota. Explore all openings on our jobs board or call us at 0203 086 9080 to speak directly with a consultant.
The Right Carer, in the Right Home, Right Now
In a sector where every unfilled shift carries a direct human cost, Team Carer Agency exists to close the gap between outstanding care professionals and the London services that need them most. Our specialist focus on supported living, CQC-registered community homes, and complex care settings means we speak the language of your service — and understand exactly what your service users deserve.
Whether you are a care provider facing a last-minute vacancy or a compassionate individual ready to begin (or advance) your care career, we are your most reliable next step. Browse current vacancies, learn more about our agency, or contact our London team today. Quality care staffing — available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Team Carer Agency supplies vetted care professionals to a wide range of settings including CQC-registered supported living services, community homes for adults with learning disabilities, mental health residential units, domiciliary care providers, nursing homes, and complex care packages across all 32 London boroughs. We also support NHS-commissioned social care services and private care providers operating under the CQC regulatory framework. Find out more on our services page.
Our average emergency placement time is under 4 hours for most London locations. Our 24/7 on-call operations team manages urgent requests around the clock — including Bank Holidays and weekends — with a dedicated pool of immediately available, pre-vetted support workers and care assistants. To request emergency cover, call 0203 086 9080 or submit a booking request online.
Every candidate on our register completes a rigorous compliance pathway that includes an Enhanced DBS check, right-to-work verification, two professional reference checks, occupational health screening, and mandatory training validation (covering Manual Handling, Safeguarding, Fire Safety, Infection Control, and First Aid at minimum). This process is aligned with CQC Regulation 19 and Skills for Care workforce standards.
Yes. While the Care Certificate is preferred, it is not always a mandatory requirement at registration stage — particularly if you hold relevant lived or professional experience. We partner with approved training providers to help candidates complete the certificate while in active placement. Speak to a consultant via our contact page to discuss your individual profile and the roles best suited to your current level.
Our primary operational focus is Greater London and the Home Counties (Essex, Kent, Surrey, Hertfordshire). However, for complex care packages and specialist supported living placements, we can source candidates nationally through our wider recruitment network — which includes sister brands such as Workers Direct and Staff Direct. Contact our London office to discuss coverage options for your area.