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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 alexander.haswell@skillsforcare.org.uk

 


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

28 Oct 2024 Âé¶¹Ô­´´

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

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28 Oct 2024 Âé¶¹Ô­´´

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

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Recognising and celebrating Black workers in adult social care

25 Oct 2024 Âé¶¹Ô­´´

Every year Black History Month provides us with an opportunity to remember, reflect on and celebrate the contributions of Black people in society, pas…read more

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25 Oct 2024 Âé¶¹Ô­´´

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Every year Black History Month provides us with an opportunity to remember, reflect on and celebrate the contributions of Black people in society, pas…read more

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Why social care providers are using ASC-WDS

23 Oct 2024 Âé¶¹Ô­´´

Adult social care providers tell us why they choose to use the Adult Social Care Workforce Data Set (ASC-WDS) platform. read more

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23 Oct 2024 Âé¶¹Ô­´´

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Adult social care providers tell us why they choose to use the Adult Social Care Workforce Data Set (ASC-WDS) platform. read more

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Valuing social care nursing in education

22 Oct 2024 Âé¶¹Ô­´´

We reflect on a recent collaboration with the University of Salford which looked to promote the value of social care nursing in education. read more

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22 Oct 2024 Âé¶¹Ô­´´

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We reflect on a recent collaboration with the University of Salford which looked to promote the value of social care nursing in education. read more

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How our ASC-WDS data is being used to support local decision making

21 Oct 2024 Âé¶¹Ô­´´

We take a look at some of the organisations who are using our Adult Social Care Workforce Data Set (ASC-WDS) data to inform decisions on a local level…read more

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21 Oct 2024 Âé¶¹Ô­´´

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We take a look at some of the organisations who are using our Adult Social Care Workforce Data Set (ASC-WDS) data to inform decisions on a local level…read more

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Exploring race and storytelling in adult social care

18 Oct 2024 Dr Amanda Arbouin

Dr Amanda Arbouin, Research Consultant for Stephen Lawrence Research Centre, tells us about one of the latest projects she’s involved in to help fight…read more

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18 Oct 2024 Dr Amanda Arbouin

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Dr Amanda Arbouin, Research Consultant for Stephen Lawrence Research Centre, tells us about one of the latest projects she’s involved in to help fight…read more

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Thank you for contributing to our ‘State of’ report for 2024

16 Oct 2024 Oonagh Smyth

Our CEO, Oonagh Smyth, says thank you to adult social care providers for making this year’s ‘State of’ report possible. read more

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16 Oct 2024 Oonagh Smyth

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Our CEO, Oonagh Smyth, says thank you to adult social care providers for making this year’s ‘State of’ report possible. read more

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How workforce data helps us make better decisions about care

14 Oct 2024 Âé¶¹Ô­´´

We hear from some important voices across the sector on the vital nature of workforce data and how it helps us make better decisions that leads to hig…read more

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14 Oct 2024 Âé¶¹Ô­´´

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We hear from some important voices across the sector on the vital nature of workforce data and how it helps us make better decisions that leads to hig…read more

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Leeds City Council’s SC-WRES journey

11 Oct 2024 Nyoka Fothergill

Nyoka Fothergill, Head of Service – Community Social Work at Leeds City Council, talks to us about her experience participating in the Social Care Wor…read more

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11 Oct 2024 Nyoka Fothergill

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Nyoka Fothergill, Head of Service – Community Social Work at Leeds City Council, talks to us about her experience participating in the Social Care Wor…read more

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How integrated care systems are using our data

09 Oct 2024 Âé¶¹Ô­´´

Âé¶¹Ô­´´â€™s data is used by a huge variety of organisations and people across our sector and impacts important decisions that set the course for…read more

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09 Oct 2024 Âé¶¹Ô­´´

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Âé¶¹Ô­´´â€™s data is used by a huge variety of organisations and people across our sector and impacts important decisions that set the course for…read more

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