Finding reliable, high-quality care support that works on your schedule can be a challenge, to say the least. Whether you’re a care provider, a family carer or you’re seeking support for yourself, you may have encountered a care staffing agency or two in your time.
Staffing agencies play a valuable role in filling shift gaps and providing support to overstretched care teams, but they aren’t the only solution out there. That’s where Click Shifts comes in. We offer an affordable staffing solution for individuals and care providers, that can be used alongside or instead of an agency. But because we’re often mistaken for yet another care staffing agency, we thought we’d clarify some of the key differences.
Click Shifts – what is it?
Click Shifts is a revolutionary care staffing platform that connects you directly with available local care staff who meet your exact needs. It was born from real-life experience; originally launched as MyWorkMode, the platform was created by a team with decades of hands-on experience in healthcare. It’s completely free to sign up, and we charge one flat booking fee per shift, and don’t take any commission from the carer.
All of the care workers on the platform are fully vetted before joining – we check their qualifications, right to work in the UK, professional references and work histories for you. Carers must have at least 6 months’ UK work experience, and nurses need a minimum of two years.
This due diligence works both ways. When providers join to the platform, we verify their company information, and for individual and family carer clients, we check identities, contact details and ask for personal references. We do this because we’re committed to increasing safety and quality of care for all.
Let’s explore some of the key differences between Click Shifts and traditional care staffing agencies:
Predictable costs
Agencies can be an expensive solution, and this doesn’t always lead to more money for carers. Rates are often much higher at weekends and on bank holidays, which can make it more of a financial burden to cover shifts at times when regular staff might want to book holidays, and family carers may wish to take a well-earned break.
With one flat booking fee per shift and no price hikes on weekends or holidays, Click Shifts can save providers and families up to 30% per shift compared to traditional agencies.
Transparency
Care agencies often don’t offer much insight or control over which carers will show up. There’s limited information available about the carer’s background, specialist skills and qualifications.
Click Shifts puts the person booking in control – to find a care worker, you add your shift requirements, including any specific healthcare skills, and select the best worker for your needs. You can view their qualifications and the types of support they can provide, and even read reviews from previous bookings. After each shift, both the client and the carer can leave a review of their honest experience.
Flexibility
Using a care agency often includes a lengthy sign-up process, contracts and in-person assessments, which can delay access to care by days or even weeks. It can be difficult to find quality staff last-minute, despite the fact that often agency staff are needed to cover for regular carers who are unwell or have an emergency.
Click Shifts offers the flexibility to book as many or as few care shifts as you need. Once you are registered and your profile is live, you can use the platform for last-minute cover or rotating shifts for up to 14 days in advance. Even if you only need one shift, or you have very infrequent or inconsistent care needs, Click Shifts meets your exact requirements. No contracts, no penalties for inactivity, just quality care that works for you.
Continuity of Care
With staffing agencies, it’s often a different carer at the door every time, making it difficult to build trust or ensure continuity of care for the people they are supporting. This also makes it harder for the care workers to connect with the people they work with.
With Click Shifts, you can book the same professional repeatedly, building trust and consistency.
Why it’s time to switch to Shifts
The care sector needs a revolution, and digitised, personalised experiences that prioritise affordability, quality of care and trust will lead the charge. Click Shifts addresses the key pain points of traditional staffing agencies, providing a modern, user-friendly solution.
Whether you’re a family seeking quality care for a loved one or a provider looking for reliable staffing solutions, Click Shifts puts you in control. Rooted in real-world healthcare experience, this platform isn’t just about booking carers—it’s about transforming care itself. With over 1000 shifts already covered and 900+ registered workers, our community of care workers is ready to support you.
Ready to take the stress out of staffing? Explore Click Shifts today and experience the difference.
Shift booking platform for social care. Click Shifts connects employers and care workers for temporary work solutions in adult care.
