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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.uk

 


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

20 Oct 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

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

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20 Oct 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

Lady on PC

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

ASC-WDS

Reflecting on this year's State of the adult social care sector and workforce report

19 Oct 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

Professor Oonagh Smyth, CBE, Chief Executive at ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ, discusses the findings of out recent annual workforce report and thanks those care pr…read more

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19 Oct 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

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Professor Oonagh Smyth, CBE, Chief Executive at ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ, discusses the findings of out recent annual workforce report and thanks those care pr…read more

ASC-WDS

Workforce intelligence

Charity of the year partnership with Tyne Trust Healthcare

16 Oct 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

This #GoodNewsFriday we're sharing a new charity partnership in the sector and the positive impact this will have. read more

Three people standing next to a sign about the new charity partnership

16 Oct 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

Three people standing next to a sign about the new charity partnership

This #GoodNewsFriday we're sharing a new charity partnership in the sector and the positive impact this will have. read more

Good news story

Black history is every month: their legacy, our responsibility

12 Oct 2026 Sara heholt

Sara Heholt, Clinical Services Manager, Prestige Nursing & Care, and Co-chair of Skill’s for Care’s Global Majority Nursing Network discusses the year…read more

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12 Oct 2026 Sara heholt

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Sara Heholt, Clinical Services Manager, Prestige Nursing & Care, and Co-chair of Skill’s for Care’s Global Majority Nursing Network discusses the year…read more

Culture and diversity

How a Silsden care home brought past memories to life for former nurse

09 Oct 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

This #GoodNewsFriday we hear about a heartwarming experience that helped a resident reconnect with her past. read more

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09 Oct 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

GNF 9th oct image

This #GoodNewsFriday we hear about a heartwarming experience that helped a resident reconnect with her past. read more

Good news story

eLearning and Online Learning Courses explained

07 Oct 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

The Training Hub by ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ offers a mix of eLearning and Online Learning Courses, we break down what they each mean. read more

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07 Oct 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

Lady with computer

The Training Hub by ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ offers a mix of eLearning and Online Learning Courses, we break down what they each mean. read more

Digital

Learning and development

Honouring our communities

05 Oct 2026 Wayne Reid

Wayne Reid, professional officer and social worker, discusses the importance of community this Black History Month. read more

wayne reid

05 Oct 2026 Wayne Reid

wayne reid

Wayne Reid, professional officer and social worker, discusses the importance of community this Black History Month. read more

Culture and diversity

Care home becomes first sponsor for Buddy Bus

02 Oct 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

This #GoodNewsFriday we hear about how a sponsorship from a local care home is helping the Buddy Bus scheme provide community support. read more

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02 Oct 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

GNF image 2nd Oct b

This #GoodNewsFriday we hear about how a sponsorship from a local care home is helping the Buddy Bus scheme provide community support. read more

Good news story

Building confidence beyond care for new managers

30 Sep 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

We look at how new managers can build the business and HR skills they need when leading a team and service. read more

Manager speaking to her staff at her desk

30 Sep 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

Manager speaking to her staff at her desk

We look at how new managers can build the business and HR skills they need when leading a team and service. read more

Learning and development

Leadership

Securing lasting commitments through meaningful work

28 Sep 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

We find out more about Be Caring's outcomes-focused approach to care and how this is supporting them to keep staff for the long-term. read more

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28 Sep 2026 ΢΢²ÝÊÓÆµ

be caring photo

We find out more about Be Caring's outcomes-focused approach to care and how this is supporting them to keep staff for the long-term. read more

Retention