Nursing & Support Staff
You Can Rely On
Fully vetted, DBS-checked nursing and support staff for care homes, hospitals, supported living, and home care across Enfield and North London — available at short notice.
The Right Staff. The Right Setting. Every Time.
Finding reliable, experienced nursing and support staff at short notice is one of the biggest operational pressures facing care settings today. Direct2U exists to solve that problem — providing skilled, compliant professionals who integrate seamlessly into your team.
As a CQC-registered care provider, we hold ourselves to the same standards we expect from our staff. Every worker on our register has been personally vetted, assessed, and matched to the settings they are best suited to serve.
Whether you need an experienced RGN for an urgent night shift, a support worker for a complex-needs client, or a full team for a new service launch — our staffing team responds fast and gets it right.
Staff We Supply
From registered nurses to specialist support workers — all vetted, compliant, and ready to work.
Registered Nurse (RGN)
General nurses for medical care, wound management, medication administration, and clinical assessments across care settings.
Mental Health Nurse (RMN)
Specialist mental health nurses supporting adults with complex psychiatric needs in hospital and community settings.
Learning Disability Nurse (RNLD)
Registered LD nurses experienced with complex behaviours, epilepsy management, and person-centred supported living.
Senior Care Worker
Experienced senior carers with medication competency, team-leading experience, and specialist care knowledge.
Healthcare Assistant (HCA)
Trained healthcare assistants delivering personal care, clinical support tasks, and patient comfort across all care settings.
Support Worker
Skilled support workers for daily living assistance, community access, and individual-focused care in home and supported living.
Settings We Cover
We work with a wide range of health and social care settings across Enfield and North London.
Residential and Nursing Homes
Rapid cover for planned and unplanned vacancies in residential and nursing homes. Our staff integrate seamlessly and uphold your home's standards of care from day one.
NHS and Private Hospitals
Registered nurses and HCAs available for ward cover, bank shifts, and short-term deployments in NHS and independent hospital settings.
Supported Living Services
Support workers and specialist carers for adults with learning disabilities, mental health conditions, and complex needs in supported living arrangements.
Domiciliary and Home Care
Field-based care workers and nurses for home care providers needing additional capacity, holiday cover, or specialist expertise.
Hospices and Palliative Care
Compassionate, experienced nurses and care staff with specialist palliative care training for hospice and end-of-life settings.
Community Health Services
Community nurses, district nursing support, and health care assistants for primary care and community health team deployments.
Day Centres and Respite Units
Flexible day service staff and respite workers with experience supporting older adults, adults with disabilities, and complex-needs clients.
Schools and Education Settings
Specialist support workers and healthcare professionals for specialist schools, colleges, and education settings for young people with SEND.
Our Compliance Promise
Every worker. Every placement. No exceptions.
What Our Compliance Includes
Every worker on our register meets the following requirements before being placed.
Enhanced DBS check — every worker, renewed as required
Minimum two verified employment references
NMC register check for all registered nurses
Face-to-face skills and competency assessment
Manual handling training — verified and current
Medication competency check (where applicable)
Infection prevention and control training
Safeguarding adults training — Level 2 minimum
Basic Life Support / First Aid training
Complete training records held and available on request
Our Vetting Process
Rigorous. Transparent. Consistent. Every worker goes through the same thorough process before joining our register.
Application and Initial Screening
All applicants complete a detailed registration including employment history, qualifications, references, and professional registration details before proceeding.
Enhanced DBS Disclosure
Every member of staff undergoes an Enhanced DBS check before placement. We update checks in line with regulatory guidance and maintain complete records.
Reference Verification
We obtain and verify a minimum of two employment references — including at least one from a recent care-related employer — before any worker joins our register.
Skills Assessment and Competency Check
Practical and verbal competency assessments are completed, covering manual handling, medication competency (where applicable), and care-setting specific skills.
Training Verification and Ongoing Compliance
We verify all mandatory training certificates and maintain complete training records. Compliance is reviewed at every booking and workers are supported to maintain up-to-date training.
Need a nurse at home urgently?
Call us now on 07394 616696 — we can arrange a registered nurse for same-day home visits.
For Individuals at Home
Direct2U also arranges nursing and support staff directly for individuals receiving care at home. Whether you need a private registered nurse following a hospital discharge, specialist wound care, or expert support for a complex condition — we can help.
Our nurses and carers are experienced in home environments and provide the same high standard of clinical and personal care that you would expect from any professional setting.
- ✓Post-operative nursing and wound care
- ✓Medication management and administration
- ✓Condition-specific specialist support
- ✓Personal care and daily living assistance
- ✓Overnight and 24-hour nursing cover at home
How to Book
A straightforward, responsive process — from your first call to staff on the ground.
Contact Our Staffing Team
Call or email our staffing team with your requirements — setting type, staff role, dates, and urgency.
We Match and Confirm
We identify the right staff for your setting and confirm availability, compliance documents, and shift details.
Staff Are Briefed and Deployed
Workers are fully briefed on your setting and client needs before arrival. You receive confirmation including worker profile and compliance summary.
Ongoing Support
Our team remains available throughout the placement to handle any queries, changes, or additional requirements quickly.
What Our Clients Say
Direct2U have been an invaluable staffing partner for our home. The nurses and care staff they provide are consistently experienced, professional, and kind to our residents. What sets them apart is how quickly they respond — even for last-minute requests, they always come through. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.
Sharon P.
Registered Manager, Residential Care Home, Enfield
Frequently Asked Questions
We can often provide staff on the same day or next day for urgent requirements. Our on-call team handles out-of-hours and weekend requests. For planned placements, we typically confirm staffing within a few hours of your request.
Yes. Every worker on our register holds a current Enhanced DBS disclosure. We never place a worker without a valid DBS certificate, and we maintain complete records of all disclosures. Copies can be provided to your setting on request.
Yes. We strongly encourage consistency of staffing wherever possible. Where you find a worker that fits your setting well, we will do our best to assign them to your shifts on a preferential basis.
We take a proactive approach to shift cover. If a worker needs to cancel, our team works immediately to find a replacement. We have protocols in place to minimise disruption and will always keep you informed.
Yes. Our staffing service covers all shift patterns including days, evenings, nights, waking nights, and bank holidays. Our on-call team is available outside of standard office hours to handle urgent requests.
Yes. As well as supplying staff to organisations, we can arrange private registered nurses and care workers for individuals receiving care at home. This includes post-operative nursing, medication management, wound care, and personal care support.
We can accommodate single-shift ad hoc bookings as well as long-term or permanent placements. Please speak to our staffing team about your specific requirements and we will provide a quote.
Request Staff Today
Tell us about your staffing requirement and our team will be in touch within 2 hours during office hours. For urgent requests, please call us directly.
2-hour response
During office hours for all staffing requests
On-call 24/7
For urgent out-of-hours placements
Full compliance packs
Available for every worker on placement
Same worker, same setting
We prioritise continuity wherever possible
Urgent staffing needed?
Call our staffing team directly for same-day and emergency placements.
07394 616696Reliable Staffing Starts Here
Whether you need cover tonight or are planning a new service — our staffing team is ready to help. Contact us now and get fully compliant, experienced staff working in your setting.