--- title: "Home Support Assistant -X6 (SA)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1903156d-fd90-47e4-9f65-d8b250a3dd15" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1903156d-fd90-47e4-9f65-d8b250a3dd15" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1903156d-fd90-47e4-9f65-d8b250a3dd15.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1903156d-fd90-47e4-9f65-d8b250a3dd15.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2020-10-27" --- # Home Support Assistant -X6 (SA) Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1903156d-fd90-47e4-9f65-d8b250a3dd15 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1903156d-fd90-47e4-9f65-d8b250a3dd15) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1903156d-fd90-47e4-9f65-d8b250a3dd15.json) ## Summary The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is conducting an open tender for the position of Home Support Assistant (X6) in the services industry. This procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a closing date set for Thursday, 29 October 2020, at 5:00 pm. The roles require working 20 hours per week across various locations in the borough of Sandwell, with an expected start date of 1 November 2020, and a contract duration of 12 weeks. The overall contract value is £21,600, and interested parties must submit CVs, references, and various documentation through the Sandwell MBC In-tend e-Tendering System. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the care and support services sector, particularly those capable of providing personnel for home assistance roles. Agencies specialising in temporary staffing, particularly those with the ability to meet the requirements for ongoing care in residents' homes, will find this an ideal avenue for growth. Eligibility hinges on a valid driving licence, insurance, and the ability to manage flexible shift patterns, thereby expanding the market for care service provision in the region. ## Notice HOME SUPPORT ASSISTANTS X6 Rate of Pay: Band C : PS10.01 ph (plus Enhancements for evenings, weekends and bank holidays) Hours: 20 hours per week (rota) Location: Various Locations across the borough of Sandwell Start Date: ASAP Contract type: Agency - 12 weeks Job Description attached, which also provides more information about the above role. Brief description: As a Home Support Worker, you will be required to work with people in their own home, providing a range of care and support that maximises independence. This may include assisting people with their personal care, helping them to prepare meals and snacks and helping to rebuild their confidence. We aim to get people out of hospital as soon as they are medically fit and work with people to prevent further admissions. 20-hour posts available, which include a continental shift pattern that includes mornings and evenings and you should be able to travel across the borough and will therefore need to hold a full valid driving licence and own your own vehicle. This role requires you to travel across the Borough of Sandwell. Therefore, a driving licence check, including proof of business insurance and MOT will be required. Please can the agencies send over a CV, 2x up to date references, copy of Terms and Conditions. A Enhanced Barring DBS (Police Check) is required for this role. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. To submit your documents, you will be required to opt in. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system, please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing Date: Thursday 29 October 2020 at 5.00pm Additional information: The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. To submit your documents, you will be required to opt in. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system, please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing Date: Thursday 29 October 2020 at 5.00pm Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f89b9ff-1623-4354-bfdb-20d8d635d64c | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Oct 2020 | | Submission deadline | 29 Oct 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Nov 2020 - 1 Feb 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £21,600 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B70 8SZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell | | Local authority | Sandwell | | Electoral ward | West Bromwich Central | | Westminster constituency | West Bromwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff ## Release History - 27 Oct 2020 at 09:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f89b9ff-1623-4354-bfdb-20d8d635d64c ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f89b9ff-1623-4354-bfdb-20d8d635d64c 27th October 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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