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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.

Developing our future workforce – for learning providers

This event for learning providers in the North West will look at the latest updates relating to learning and development in the adult social care sector, supporting learning providers to prepare the workforce of the future.

2021-22 Workforce Development Fund has now launched

We’re delighted to announce that the Workforce Development Fund (WDF) 2021-22 is now open to adult social care employers in England to support the development of their staff at all levels, offering funding for a wide range of qualifications, learning programmes and digital learning modules. The fund, which Skills for Care distributes on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care, helped over 14,000 people in 2020/21.

Useful templates from Skills for Care

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

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.

Leading social care now and in the future - Attract and retain, train and transform

Leading social care now and in the future - Attract and retain, train and transform Join us for a day of celebration, reflection and inspiration. There will be exciting updates, opportunities to network, information from sector experts and much more.

Local networks for managers

Our networks cover every local authority area in England and always welcome new attendees. Thousands of managers attend the 150 local networks that we support across England. At each network, managers share knowledge, hear from guest speakers and access peer support.

Housing support officer

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

Team leader or supervisor

Supervise a team of care workers to ensure they provide high quality care and support. Team leaders or supervisors can work in care homes or can coordinate domiciliary carers in the community.

End of life care

Skills for Care resources help you support someone who may be approaching the end of their life can be some of the most challenging work that any social care worker faces.