The Vantis Blog

How to Hire a Neurodevelopmental Specialist on a Temporary Basis in the UK

Learn how to hire a neurodevelopmental specialist on a temporary basis in the UK, covering locum routes, compliance checks, and rapid deployment timelines.

16 Jul 20268 min read

How to Rapidly Staff Up a Safeguarding Team During a Crisis

Learn how to rapidly staff a safeguarding team during a crisis with vetted locums, from triage to sustainable staffing.

16 Jul 20268 min read

16 Jul 20268 minutes min read

Your Local Authority Cannot Fill a Social Worker Vacancy: Here Are Your Options

Practical options for local authorities struggling with an unfilled social worker vacancy. Learn how specialist recruitment agencies can help.

How to Hire a Neurodevelopmental Specialist on a Temporary Basis in the UK

Learn how to hire a temporary neurodevelopmental specialist in the UK. Vantis sources pre-vetted ADOS-2 and ADHD assessors for NHS and private providers.

16 Jul 20269 min read

Which UK Recruitment Agencies Specialise in Social Work and SEN Staffing?

Compare social work and SEN recruitment agencies UK: what true specialist staffing means, how vetting differs, and how Vantis delivers fast, compliant placements for local authorities.

16 Jul 20268 min read

The ADOS 2 Assessment Process: A Guide for Commissioners

A practical guide to the ADOS 2 assessment process in the UK for commissioners, covering procedure, training requirements, and how to recruit qualified assessors.

15 Jul 20268 min read

ADHD Assessor Recruitment: A Guide for NHS and Private Providers

A practical guide to ADHD assessor recruitment for NHS and private providers, covering qualifications, NICE pathways, and how to source qualified professionals.

8 Jul 20267 min read

1 Jul 20268 minutes min read

How to Choose a Neurodevelopmental Recruitment Agency

Choosing a neurodevelopmental recruitment agency means finding a partner who understands NICE pathways, Right to Choose, and ADOS-2 requirements. Learn what to look for.

28 Jun 20268 minutes min read

Social Work Agency Due Diligence Checklist for Local Authorities

Use our social work agency due diligence checklist to assess compliance, vetting, and financial stability before partnering with a recruitment agency for your team.

NICE Autism Diagnostic Pathway: A Step by Step Guide for Commissioners

A step by step guide to the NICE autism diagnostic pathway for commissioners, covering referral, assessment, diagnosis, and post-diagnostic support. Learn how specialist recruitment can reduce waiting times.

24 Jun 20268 min read

Specialist vs Generalist Social Work Agency for Local Authorities

Discover why a specialist social work agency UK like Vantis Workforce Solutions offers better outcomes for local authorities than generalist agencies.

21 Jun 20267 min read

Why Choose a Specialist SEN Recruitment Agency in Kent

Discover why Kent schools choose a specialist SEN recruitment agency Kent for SENCOs, educational psychologists, and EHC plan coordinators.

17 Jun 20267 min read

14 Jun 20268 minutes min read

NICE ADHD Diagnostic Pathway for Commissioners: A Step by Step Guide

A step by step guide to the NICE ADHD diagnostic pathway for commissioners, covering assessment steps, challenges, and how specialist recruitment supports delivery.

Support Work

Social Care Worker Registration 2026

Is your workforce ready for mandatory registration in 2026? Learn the timeline and steps to ensure compliance.

10 Jun 20267 min read

How to Recruit Best Interest Assessors for Your Local Authority

A practical guide on how to recruit best interest assessors for local authorities. Learn the role, qualifications, step by step process, and why specialist agencies deliver better outcomes.

7 Jun 202610 min read

Social Work Recruitment Framework Agreements Guide

A guide to social work recruitment framework agreements for local authorities: how they ensure compliance, cost control, and quality in agency staffing.

3 Jun 20267 min read

Right to Choose Autism Assessment Explained UK Guide 2026

Learn what Right to Choose for autism assessment means in the UK. This guide covers eligibility, provider selection, and how Vantis can help staff your service.

31 May 20266 min read

MSP vs Direct Agency for Social Work Recruitment

Compare managed service providers and direct agency recruitment for social work. Learn which model suits your local authority’s needs.

24 May 20268 min read

Recruit AMHPs for Local Authorities

Struggling to recruit approved mental health professionals? Learn how specialist agencies streamline hiring for local authorities.

20 May 20268 min read

Locum Social Work Pay Rates UK 2026: A Guide for Agencies and Locums

Understand locum social work pay rates UK 2026 with our comprehensive guide. Compare regional differences, specialisms, and permanent vs locum earnings.

17 May 20269 min read

Ofsted SEN Inspection Framework Guide 2026

Understand the Ofsted SEN inspection framework 2026 changes, how schools are assessed on SEND provision, and what specialist recruitment can do for your rating.

13 May 20268 min read

10 May 20268 minutes min read

neurodiversity

Evaluating Neurodiversity Assessment Providers

Evaluate neurodiversity assessment providers for local authorities. A commissioner's guide to quality, compliance, and cutting waiting times.

Social Work England Checks for Agency Staff

Ensure your agency social workers meet Social Work England fitness to practice standards. Learn what local authorities must verify in 3 steps.

6 May 20268 min read

IR35 Rules for Social Work Locums

Avoid HMRC penalties: 5 key IR35 compliance steps for local authorities hiring locum social workers.

3 May 20267 min read

How to Commission a Social Work Agency: A Procurement Guide

Commission a social work agency with this step-by-step procurement guide. Specifications, due diligence, pricing, and compliance for UK local authorities.

3 May 202611 min read

In-House vs Agency SEN Recruitment

Stuck between in-house SEN recruitment and a specialist agency? Compare cost, speed, and candidate quality to make the right call.

30 Apr 20268 min read

How to Evaluate a Social Work Recruitment Agency

A practical social work recruitment agency evaluation criteria framework for local authority commissioners to assess quality, compliance, and fit.

30 Apr 20267 min read

Support Work

PBS Framework for Support Workers

Learn the positive behaviour support framework explained for support workers. Discover how PBS principles improve care and your career.

28 Apr 20267 min read

EHCP Tribunal Process: A Step by Step Guide for SENCOs

A step by step guide to the EHCP tribunal process for SENCOs, from pre-tribunal mediation and evidence gathering to lodging an appeal and attending a hearing.

28 Apr 20268 min read

Support Work

Choosing a Support Worker Agency: 5 Key Factors to Consider

Learn what to look for in a support worker recruitment agency, from specialist vetting to retention, so you hire quality support workers who stay.

28 Apr 20268 min read

How to Renew Your Social Work England Registration in 2026

A step-by-step guide to Social Work England registration renewal in 2026, covering CPD, deadlines, common mistakes, and what happens if you miss the deadline.

28 Apr 20268 min read

How to Become an ADHD Assessor in the UK

Every ADHD assessment represents a person who has often waited months or years for clarity. The surge in referrals across NHS and Right to Choose pathways ...

28 Apr 20265 min read

Agency Social Worker vs Direct Hire: Pros & Cons

Every qualified social worker reaches a point where the choice between permanent employment and agency work becomes real. Whether you work in children’s se...

28 Apr 20267 min read

Right to Choose ADHD Explained: UK Guide 2026

Right to Choose ADHD explained: how adult ADHD assessment works in England in 2026, named providers, waiting times, and what happens after diagnosis.

21 Apr 20268 min read

The UK Right to Choose ADHD Provider Landscape in 2026

Right to Choose ADHD provider landscape 2026: a commissioner and candidate guide to named providers, workforce dynamics, and capacity changes.

20 Apr 20269 min read

How Private ADHD Providers Cut NHS Waiting Lists

How private ADHD providers clear NHS waiting lists in 2026. Five commissioner options, honest pros and cons, and when agency workforce supply fits.

20 Apr 20267 min read

Careers

ADHD & Autism Assessor Jobs in the UK (2026)

ADHD and autism assessor jobs in the UK for 2026: the roles, rates, qualifications required, and how clinicians can evaluate employers and agencies.

20 Apr 20265 min read

SEN Recruitment in 2026: Challenges & Trends

SEN recruitment in 2026: the challenges facing UK schools and local authorities, and how specialist recruitment can bridge the workforce gap.

8 Apr 20265 min read

Neurodivergent

Why Specialist Neurodiversity Recruitment Matters

Why specialist recruitment matters for ADHD and autism services. How a sector-focused approach finds the right professionals where generalists struggle.

2 Apr 20264 min read

Retaining Social Work Talent: Strategies That Actually Work

Social worker burnout and turnover remain critical issues. We share practical strategies that local authorities and trusts can implement to improve retention.

25 Mar 20266 min read