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How care provider New Directions Rugby uses the Adult Social Care Workforce Data Set

Paul Tolley, CEO, New Directions Rugby tells us how they use the Adult Social Care Workforce Data Set (ASC-WDS) to support their organisation.

Supporting learning and development during the pandemic

During the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic, learning and development continues to be integral in ensuring the workforce has the skills and knowledge needed to deliver high quality care. Here’s a reminder of some of the tools and resources we have to help.

How individual employers are using funding to develop and train their personal assistants

As part of our #SupportingManagers spotlight we spoke with individual employers about how funding has helped them to develop and train their personal assistants.

Developing skills to provide great community support for autistic people and people with learning disabilities

Understand the proposed Mental Health Act reforms and explore best practice when supporting autistic people and/or people with a learning disability.

Learning materials review for social care staff surrounding sexuality and relationships Feb 2022

A review of the learning materials available to best support people across all social care groups surrounding sexuality and intimate relationships.

End of life care

This page details resources that can help care staff to support someone who may be approaching the end of their life.

Activities worker

Activities workers are usually based in care homes, day centres, in someone's home or the community. You'll organise social activities for people who need care and support and support them to take part.

Housing support officer

You'll support people who need care and support to help them live independently, find housing and maintain their tenancy.

Useful templates from Skills for Care

Individual employers can use these useful templates when employing a PA.

Mentoring

Information around the mentoring opportunity available to registered manager members