This includes using the Model for Improvement which provides a framework for addressing improvement needs often identified through quality assurance activity. It has been used in health services for some time, and in some parts of social services, however engagement activity with the sector has highlighted that some services are not aware of the model and its potential or related improvement tools and techniques. A need for further learning support has been identified to develop its use in social services.
To support this learning activity, and as part of our workforce development role, we have been working with NHS Education for Scotland (NES) to raise awareness of their quality improvement learning programmes with social service workers. The Scottish Improvement Leader Programme (ScIL) is one of these and provides learning for workers in roles with a significant focus on quality improvement and dedicated time allocated to lead improvement projects.
To increase the capacity of the sector in respect of leading quality improvement activity, we are funding eight places for social workers in the next ScIL cohort starting in November 2025. We will work with NES to select the successful applicants.
How to apply
You can now apply for a place on cohort 53. SSSC funded places will be given to social workers in any area of social work practice.
Applications open on Monday 9 June 2025 and close at 10.00am on Friday 29 August 2025.
You can find details of the application process and supporting documentation including the application form on the NES QI Zone.
If you would like to discuss the programme before applying, please contact our Workforce Policy Team at leadership@sssc.uk.com