Osa Specialist Recruitment

22/10/2026

You’ve written your CV, but does it include everything a health and social care employer is looking for?

A CV is your first opportunity to give an employer a sense of your experience, skills and what you could bring to a role.

But in care, it can be about more than simply listing your previous jobs.

Here are someone common themes our clients tell us they look for when reviewing CVs.

21/10/2026

International Pronouns Day is an opportunity to think about how the small things we do in our workplaces can help people feel respected, included and part of the team.

In a workplace, inclusion is built through everyday interactions. The language we use, the way we introduce ourselves, how we listen to one another and the effort we make to understand and respect our colleagues can all contribute to a positive team culture.

Using the right pronouns is one part of this. We cannot always know someone's pronouns simply by looking at them, so creating opportunities for people to share them, if they feel comfortable doing so, can help create a more welcoming environment.

For employers and teams, these small considerations can make a difference to belonging, wellbeing, relationships and retention.

A positive workplace culture is built in the everyday moments, through the way we treat the people we work alongside.

20/10/2026

We’re currently building a bank team of Nurses and Care Assistants for a specialist 21-bed dementia care home in Burnham on Sea.

The home supports people living with advanced dementia and other complex needs, within a warm, homely environment where relationships, dignity and quality of life are an important part of everyday care.

The home follows the Green House Model of Care, supporting residents to maintain choice, independence and meaningful relationships alongside their clinical and care needs.

We’re looking for Nurses and Care Assistants who want the flexibility of bank work, while still feeling like part of a familiar team.

Being part of the bank team means you can have greater choice over when you work and fit shifts around your existing commitments, while having consistency and building relationships with the residents and the wider team.

Whether you’re an experienced Nurse or Care Assistant, we’d love to hear from you.

19/10/2026

Black History Month is an important opportunity to recognise and celebrate the history, achievements and contributions of Black people, while also creating space to learn about experiences and stories that may not always receive the recognition they deserve.

It is a time to reflect on the past, but it is also about the world we are creating today and the opportunities we create for the future.

In the workplace, meaningful inclusion has to go beyond simply recruiting a diverse workforce. It is about creating environments where people feel respected, valued and able to be themselves, while having genuine opportunities to develop, progress and have their voices heard.

It is worth asking ourselves:
Who gets to see themselves in a role?

When people see others who look like them represented across different roles, professions and levels of leadership, it can help them see those opportunities as something that is possible for them too. Representation can help challenge assumptions about who belongs in certain careers and who has the opportunity to progress.

But representation is only one part of meaningful inclusion. It is also about looking at how people experience the workplace once they are there. Are different perspectives listened to? Do people feel comfortable speaking up? Are opportunities for development and progression accessible? Are we creating a culture where everyone can contribute and feel that they belong?

For organisations, these are important questions to keep asking throughout the year, not just during Black History Month.

Because meaningful inclusion is not simply about who we recruit. It is about the culture we create, the opportunities we provide and whether people feel they can truly belong, contribute and progress.

This Black History Month, we are taking the opportunity to celebrate, learn and reflect on what we can all do to help create workplaces where people can see themselves, feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive.

18/10/2026

Menopause is a completely natural part of life, but that does not mean it is always easy to navigate, particularly alongside the demands of work.

Everyone experiences menopause and perimenopause differently, and symptoms can affect things like concentration, confidence, stress levels and energy.

Among workers who reported that menopause or perimenopause had affected their ability to work:
📌 61% felt less able to concentrate
📌 53% felt more stressed
📌 47% felt less confident in their abilities
📌 44% felt less patient with others

Sometimes, simply understanding why you are feeling differently can help. Knowing that changes in concentration, confidence, stress or patience can be part of the experience can make it easier to recognise what is happening and think about what might help.

It is also why creating workplaces where people feel comfortable talking openly, asking for support and knowing they will be met with understanding really matters.
We do not always know what someone else may be experiencing, and a little more awareness can go a long way.

17/10/2026

17/10/2026

We’re hiring Healthcare Assistants in Burnham-on-Sea!

Join the team at a specialist 21-bed care home supporting people living with dementia and other complex needs. The home offers a warm, homely environment where dignity, comfort, independence and meaningful connections are part of everyday care.

✨ Full-time and bank opportunities
💷 £13.50 per hour
🎁 Benefits include a Health Cash Plan
🌱 Supportive team with opportunities to develop your skills

If you’d like to find out more, get in touch for an informal chat about this opportunity.

16/10/2026

We’ve all experienced it. The interview has come to an end and then comes the question: “Have you got any questions for us?”

It can feel quite daunting, particularly when you’ve spent the last 30 minutes, or so, answering questions yourself.

Your response can influence the interviewer’s perception of you, but there’s something more important to consider too.

What do you get out of the opportunity to ask questions?

An interview should be a two-way conversation. It’s not just about an organisation deciding whether you’re the right person for the role. It’s also your opportunity to understand more about the organisation, the team, the job and what working there is really like.

You should come away feeling that you’ve learned something that helps you decide whether it feels like the right fit for you.

So, when you’re asked if you have any questions, rather than feeling pressure to come up with something impressive, think about what you genuinely want to know. And don’t be afraid to ask something that matters to you.

The best question isn’t necessarily the one that sounds the most impressive.
It’s the one that helps you understand whether the role, organisation and culture are right for you.

Here are a few questions we’ve heard that can help you delve a little deeper into the role, the organisation and what it might be like to work there.

15/10/2026

Looking for care work that gives you more freedom over when you work, while still knowing that what you do has real value?

We’re currently recruiting Care Assistants for flexible agency opportunities across Weston-super-Mare and the surrounding areas.

You can pick up individual shifts when they suit you, take on longer block bookings when you want more hours, or provide additional support to established care teams when they need an extra pair of hands.

The work can be varied too. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside different teams, support people with different needs and bring your own experience, knowledge and compassion into each setting.

There are also opportunities for dedicated 1:1 support within nursing home settings, providing consistent, individual support to people with complex needs.
Working across different environments can be a great way to broaden your experience, learn from different teams and build confidence across a range of care settings, without committing to a fixed working pattern.

And while the work is flexible, you’re still part of a supportive agency team that understands the realities of frontline care and values the experience you bring.

Get in touch for more information.

14/10/2026

Today, we want to say a heartfelt thank you to all the allied health professionals who make such an important difference to people’s lives.

From physiotherapists and occupational therapists to speech and language therapists, dietitians, radiographers and so many others, you bring your expertise, care and understanding to the people you support every day.

Your work can help someone regain confidence, become more independent, find their voice, manage everyday challenges or simply feel more supported.

Thank you for everything you do, and for the important part you play in helping people live healthier, happier, more independent lives.