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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.ukmailto:Catriona.Wilson@skillsforcare.org.uk

 


Why apprenticeships can be a positive addition to your recruitment strategy

25 Aug 2021 ´óÏó´«Ã½

As part of our #RecruitmentReady spotlight we spoke with one care provider about how they’ve used apprenticeship programmes and the benefits it’s had …read more

25 Aug 2021 ´óÏó´«Ã½

As part of our #RecruitmentReady spotlight we spoke with one care provider about how they’ve used apprenticeship programmes and the benefits it’s had …read more

Recruitment

Workforce development

Five funded initiatives to help you recruit new staff

24 Aug 2021 ´óÏó´«Ã½

Recruitment practice and policies are key to finding the best staff for your care organisation. read more

24 Aug 2021 ´óÏó´«Ã½

Recruitment practice and policies are key to finding the best staff for your care organisation. read more

Recruitment

Funding

What to look for when employing a personal assistant: real life experiences from individual employers

18 Aug 2021 ´óÏó´«Ã½

As part of our #RecruitmentReady spotlight we spoke to a number of individual employers to find out more about the recruitment process for hiring thei…read more

18 Aug 2021 ´óÏó´«Ã½

As part of our #RecruitmentReady spotlight we spoke to a number of individual employers to find out more about the recruitment process for hiring thei…read more

Individual employers

Recruitment

How student work placements can help your recruitment strategy

13 Aug 2021 Rachel Wright

Rachel Wright, Owner and Registered Manager of In Safe Hands spoke to us about how they’ve utilised student work placements in their organisation and …read more

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13 Aug 2021 Rachel Wright

ica girl laughing

Rachel Wright, Owner and Registered Manager of In Safe Hands spoke to us about how they’ve utilised student work placements in their organisation and …read more

Recruitment

Why I work in care: advice and inspiration from people in the sector

12 Aug 2021 ´óÏó´«Ã½

As part of our #RecruitmentReady spotlight we’re providing support and information for people who are new to the sector or those considering a career …read more

12 Aug 2021 ´óÏó´«Ã½

As part of our #RecruitmentReady spotlight we’re providing support and information for people who are new to the sector or those considering a career …read more

Recruitment

Appy recruiting: the digital solution to recruitment and retention in social care

14 Jun 2021 ´óÏó´«Ã½

Find out more about Care Friends, the employee referral recruitment app for social care employers. read more

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14 Jun 2021 ´óÏó´«Ã½

Man and woman on a bench

Find out more about Care Friends, the employee referral recruitment app for social care employers. read more

Digital

Recruitment

Retention

Embracing apprenticeships

29 Mar 2021 Jenny Docherty

With life set to return to some level of normality over the coming months, we believe that now is the right time to consider using apprenticeships to …read more

Man and woman smiling and working

29 Mar 2021 Jenny Docherty

Man and woman smiling and working

With life set to return to some level of normality over the coming months, we believe that now is the right time to consider using apprenticeships to …read more

Recruitment

Workforce development

Recruiting during the pandemic

21 Dec 2020 ´óÏó´«Ã½

Recruiting new workers can be challenging at any time, but during the COVID-19 pandemic this challenge has been even greater. read more

21 Dec 2020 ´óÏó´«Ã½

Recruiting new workers can be challenging at any time, but during the COVID-19 pandemic this challenge has been even greater. read more

Recruitment

'Oh, I'm only a social care worker.'

29 Sep 2020 Jim Thomas

In the latest of his blogs our Head of Workforce Innovation Jim Thomas argues the adult social care sector needs to learn to value itself and what it …read more

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29 Sep 2020 Jim Thomas

archive-blog

In the latest of his blogs our Head of Workforce Innovation Jim Thomas argues the adult social care sector needs to learn to value itself and what it …read more

Leadership

Recruitment

Retention

Sector-based Work Academy Programme - the answer to your recruitment needs

17 Sep 2020 Julie Abbott

Julie Abbott, Senior National Account Manager, Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), explains why Sector-based Work Academy Programmes (SWAP) could …read more

17 Sep 2020 Julie Abbott

Julie Abbott, Senior National Account Manager, Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), explains why Sector-based Work Academy Programmes (SWAP) could …read more

Recruitment

Workforce development