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How national projects are helping to support the adult social care workforce

Last year, the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) launched several key initiatives to support the adult social care workforce and enhance staff skills. We hear from two individuals in the sector about their experiences with the Care Workforce Pathway and the Learning and Development Support Scheme (LDSS), exploring how these are making a difference on the ground.

Being prepared for CQC assessment seminar

Being prepared for CQC assessment seminar

Local networks for managers

Our networks cover every local authority area in England and always welcome new attendees. Thousands of managers attend the 130 local networks that we support across England. At each network, managers share knowledge, hear from guest speakers and access peer support.

Preceptorship lead workshop. Embedding and championing preceptorship

The aim of this session is to equip experienced nursing staff with the confidence and tools needed to provide preceptorship leadership within your organisation.

Induction and leadership support in 2024

In Spring 2024 Skills for Care, alongside NHS England, will publish resources to support induction and leadership across health and social care.

Train

Learning and development is key to the provision of high quality care. Learn about the priorities identified in the Workforce Strategy.

How our data is used to drive positive change in adult social care

We talk about how our ASC-WDS data is creating positive change through policy, benchmarking and supporting the sector.

How we’re recruiting younger people into social care

In this article, we hear from Laura Turner, Recruitment Coordinator, and Jackie Doe, Senior Operations Manager, from Surrey Choices, on their approach to recruiting younger people into social care.

Examples of good practice in the delivery of the ASYE programme

To support national consistency in the experience of the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme, the national quality assurance panel (NQAP) has endorsed the examples of good practice in the delivery of the programme.

Lisa - Regional Senior Nurse

Learn from Lisa's inspiring personal journey and gain insights into exploring your own care options. Find the support and guidance you need to make informed decisions.