Hello, it’s me. The rota. Yes, the very sheet you glare at on a Monday morning, the one that holds your fate, your sleep patterns and your weekend plans.

I’ve been around a long time. I’ve seen the good, the bad, and the “oh no, Brenda has called in sick again”. I’ve been scribbled on, torn up, fought over, and occasionally ignored altogether. But let me tell you, managing care home shifts is not easy when you’re stuck in the dark ages of paper and guesswork.

My biggest pet peeve?

Last-minute changes. You think you’re stressed? Imagine being me, stretched to breaking point when three staff swap shifts, two call in sick, and someone tries to book annual leave the night before. It’s chaos. Pure chaos.

Favouritism, don’t get me started

I used to watch managers sneakily give their favourites the “nice” shifts while leaving poor souls stuck with endless nights. I don’t blame them entirely, but let’s face it, I was basically a popularity contest with a clipboard.

The rise of AI

Then everything changed. Suddenly, I wasn’t being scribbled on like a school notebook anymore. JMS One came along with this clever AI that looks at availability, compliance, skills, and fairness before placing a single shift. It’s like having a referee, therapist and timekeeper all rolled into one.

Now I don’t just survive the week, I thrive. Shifts get filled quickly, people are happier, and there’s no more “but why does Brenda get every Saturday off?”. Honestly, I’ve never looked so good.

My new life

I’m automated, efficient, and dare I say… glamorous. I still have the odd drama (a rota without drama isn’t a rota at all), but now I can handle it with style. I’m proud to say I keep the care home running smoothly, give staff a fair deal, and save managers from sprouting extra grey hairs.

So the next time you glance at me, remember: I’m not just a rota. I’m the heartbeat of your workforce. And thanks to a little AI magic, I’m living my best life.

Love, Your Rota