--- title: "Senior Care Assistant - SJA 11.3.2021" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5f28551f-fb87-4ee0-a1c4-90bd97df39bc" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5f28551f-fb87-4ee0-a1c4-90bd97df39bc" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5f28551f-fb87-4ee0-a1c4-90bd97df39bc.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5f28551f-fb87-4ee0-a1c4-90bd97df39bc.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2021-03-11" --- # Senior Care Assistant - SJA 11.3.2021 Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5f28551f-fb87-4ee0-a1c4-90bd97df39bc [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5f28551f-fb87-4ee0-a1c4-90bd97df39bc) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5f28551f-fb87-4ee0-a1c4-90bd97df39bc.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council seeking a Senior Care Assistant for a 12-week temporary position at Fountain Court, a residential unit for individuals with dementia located in Smethwick, UK. The tender was published on 11 March 2021, with a closing date for submissions set for 17 March 2021 at 12:00 noon. The chosen contractor will commence work on 29 March 2021, and the contract will run until 7 May 2021. This open procurement opportunity falls under the category of supply services for temporary personnel, with a total contract value of £6,000. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the health and social care sector, particularly those that specialise in temporary staffing solutions. Companies with experience in elder care, especially those familiar with dementia care, would be well-suited to apply. Businesses should ensure compliance with required qualifications, including a Level 2 in Health and Social Care and relevant supervisory experience, to effectively compete for this contract. ## Notice Senior Care Assistant Rate of Pay: PS10.83 per hour Hours: 37 Hours per week , see rota for more information Location: Fountain Court, Millpool Way, Smethwick, B66 4HW Start Date: ASAP until the 7 May 2021 Contract type: Agency Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Brief description: We are looking for a Senior Care Assistant to work 37 hours per week at Fountain Court which is a 16 bedded residential unit for people with dementia based in Millpool Way, Smethwick, B66 4HW. The rate of pay for this role is PS10.83 per hour and this is a temporary position for 12 weeks. The role includes providing leadership to a small team to provide person centred care in order to meet individual needs of the service users,and ensure their safety and wellbeing. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of the needs of older people, with dementia, effective communication skills and be able to produce clear and accurate records. Candidates must have a level 2 in Health and Social care or equivalent and must have 2 years' experience in a role caring for the elderly. Candidates must also have experience in working as a team member, supervisory experience as well as experience in the handling of medication. An Enhanced Adults Barring DBS Check will be required for this role Candidates need to be available immediately and fully compliant to start immediately. Please can the agencies send over a CV, 2x up to date references, copy of Terms and Conditions. Please note this advert is also out with our Master Vendor 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: Wednesday 17 March 2020 at 12.00 noon 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: Wednesday 17 March 2020 at 12.00 noon Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ba9cebd3-6e12-4c55-af18-f5c1ef5db0bb | | 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 | 11 Mar 2021 | | Submission deadline | 17 Mar 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 29 Mar 2021 - 7 May 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £6,000 | | 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 - 11 Mar 2021 at 10:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ba9cebd3-6e12-4c55-af18-f5c1ef5db0bb ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ba9cebd3-6e12-4c55-af18-f5c1ef5db0bb 11th March 2021 - 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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