Wednesday 15 June 2022
New report shows increase in residential child care workforce
Our new report published today shows the residential child care workforce has increased by 16% since 2010 while the number of children and young people in some form of residential care has decreased by 3% during that time. Residential child care includes care homes for children and young people, residential special schools and secure accommodation.
Monday 13 June 2022
Are you digitally savvy? We have 23 Things to help you
Do you use tablets or smartphones at work? Does your employer or the people you support expect you to know about digital technology and how to use it? Our updated 23 Things Digital resource will help.
Wednesday 8 June 2022
A Register for the future – consultation response
Thank you to everyone who responded to our consultation on proposals to streamline and improve registration. These proposals are part of our Future Proofing Programme and include changes to the Register, our processes and the qualifications we accept for registration.
Thursday 31 March 2022
Making a difference for 20 years
A new report from the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) shows the impact of the workforce regulator for social work, social care and early years since it was established. It is part of the SSSC’s 20 year anniversary activities.
Thursday 31 March 2022
New report on NQSWs experiences of practice during COVID-19
We’ve published a new research report on newly qualified social workers’ (NQSWs) experiences of practice during the COVID-19 pandemic in Scotland.
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22 Jun 2022
Statement on the National Care Service Bill
SSSC statement following publication of the National Care Service Bill.
20 Jun 2022
New SSSC Open Badges for online safety and security
We have created eight new online safety and security Open Badges. These are for anyone working in social work, social care and early years to help keep themselves, their organisation and people using services safe and secure online.
15 Jun 2022
Update on the Social Care Worker Death in Service Scheme
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, our dedicated social care workers have provided critical and invaluable support to individuals across Scotland. In recognition of the vital contribution of social care workers, on 30 July 2020 Scottish Ministers published details of the social care worker death in service payment scheme.
