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Dive into our collection of blogs and articles where you'll find top tips, insights from others working in the sector, and round-ups of our key resources.

Whether you're looking for practical advice, industry trends, or expert opinions, our content is designed to support and inspire you in your role.

Stay informed and discover valuable information to help you navigate the challenges and opportunities in the social care sector.

If you’d be interested in writing a blog or being interviewed for one our pieces please email Catriona.Wilson@skillsforcare.org.uk

 


Reflecting on our latest Size and Structure of the adult social care workforce report

29 Jun 2026 Oonagh Smyth CBE

As we launch our ‘Size and structure of the adult social care sector and workforce in England’ report, our CEO Oonagh Smyth reflects on what the lates…read more

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29 Jun 2026 Oonagh Smyth CBE

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As we launch our ‘Size and structure of the adult social care sector and workforce in England’ report, our CEO Oonagh Smyth reflects on what the lates…read more

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Recruitment

Retention

Introducing our new learning offer to strengthen the social care sector

10 Jun 2026 Oonagh Smyth CBE

Oonagh Smyth, CEO, Skills for Care shares more about our new learning platform, The Training Hub by Skills for Care. read more

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10 Jun 2026 Oonagh Smyth CBE

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Oonagh Smyth, CEO, Skills for Care shares more about our new learning platform, The Training Hub by Skills for Care. read more

Learning and development

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From insight to action: launching the SC-WRES National Report

27 May 2026 Jon White

Jon White, National Culture and Diversity Lead, Skills for Care, discusses the findings of the latest SC-WRES National Report and what needs to happen…read more

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27 May 2026 Jon White

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Jon White, National Culture and Diversity Lead, Skills for Care, discusses the findings of the latest SC-WRES National Report and what needs to happen…read more

Culture and diversity

Skills for Care

Why end of life conversations matter more than ever: new Skills for Care resources and Dying Matters Week 2026

06 May 2026 Rachel Yates Hoyles

Rachel Yates Hoyles, National Practice Innovation Lead, Skills for Care discusses the importance of talking about end of life care and the support ava…read more

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06 May 2026 Rachel Yates Hoyles

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Rachel Yates Hoyles, National Practice Innovation Lead, Skills for Care discusses the importance of talking about end of life care and the support ava…read more

Learning and development

Skills for Care

Celebrating social care: sparking moments of joy

22 Apr 2026 Skills for Care

As we dedicate April to #CelebratingSocialCare, we’ve been gathering good news stories from across the sector. Read our latest update. read more

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22 Apr 2026 Skills for Care

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As we dedicate April to #CelebratingSocialCare, we’ve been gathering good news stories from across the sector. Read our latest update. read more

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Knowing the neighbourhood: local knowledge, personalised support

23 Mar 2026 Skills for Care

In one of our newly-published Practical Approaches Toolkits, Be Caring shares their neighbourhood approach. We take a look at what this means. read more

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23 Mar 2026 Skills for Care

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In one of our newly-published Practical Approaches Toolkits, Be Caring shares their neighbourhood approach. We take a look at what this means. read more

Skills for Care

Retention

Recruitment

What great leadership looks like in adult social care

04 Mar 2026 Jayne McCabe

Jayne McCabe, National Leadership and Management Lead, Skills for Care discusses what great leadership looks like in adult social care and how the ref…read more

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04 Mar 2026 Jayne McCabe

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Jayne McCabe, National Leadership and Management Lead, Skills for Care discusses what great leadership looks like in adult social care and how the ref…read more

Leadership

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An end of year message from Oonagh Smyth

22 Dec 2025 Oonagh Smyth CBE

Our CEO, Oonagh Smyth, shares an end of year message to thank everyone working across social care for their dedication and hard work this year. read more

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22 Dec 2025 Oonagh Smyth CBE

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Our CEO, Oonagh Smyth, shares an end of year message to thank everyone working across social care for their dedication and hard work this year. read more

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Why integrated working matters for social care

05 Nov 2025 Oonagh Smyth CBE

As we launch our ‘Integrated working and social care’ spotlight, our CEO Oonagh Smyth discusses what integrated working means and why it’s important. read more

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05 Nov 2025 Oonagh Smyth CBE

Photo of Oonagh Smyth

As we launch our ‘Integrated working and social care’ spotlight, our CEO Oonagh Smyth discusses what integrated working means and why it’s important. read more

Integration

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Skills for Care named TIDE 2025 Silver Winner for equality and diversity work

24 Oct 2025 Skills for Care

October is Black History Month and we’re spotlighting support available for Black people working in social care. We’re delighted to announce that we’v…read more

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24 Oct 2025 Skills for Care

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October is Black History Month and we’re spotlighting support available for Black people working in social care. We’re delighted to announce that we’v…read more

Culture and diversity

Skills for Care

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