We’re continuing to improve the accessibility of our fitness to practise processes, with some of this work based on research carried out by the Open University’s Witness to Harm research project, which the SSSC took part in.  

We’re celebrating Social Work Week this year by reflecting on how social work has changed in Scotland over the last 25 years, recognising the vital role social workers play across communities and cultures. 

We’ve updated the Additional Support Needs (ASN) Toolkit to help childcare professionals quickly find high quality learning resources that support inclusive, child‑centred practice.

Scottish Government has confirmed the bursary allowance to students studying an approved postgraduate social work programme in the academic year 2026-27.

We first shared Kerry’s story during Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2024. Now two years on, we catch up with Kerry to see how her career in social care has progressed. Kerry still works as a support worker at Voluntary Service Aberdeen (VSA) while working towards a BA (Hons) in Social Work.

We first shared Hannah’s story during Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2024. Now two years on, we catch up with Hannah who is employed as a service manager at Transitions Care Ltd in Aberdeenshire.

We first shared Claire’s story during Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2023. Now three years on, we catch up with Claire to see how her career with children and young people has progressed.

Michael is a home care coordinator with Fife Council’s care at home services. Initially anxious about completing a qualification, Michael is now working towards his second one. Today he shares his experience.

Andrew is the SVQ and career pathways manager and centre contact for Falkirk Council. He tells us more about his role in supporting people gain their qualifications and the valuable role people receiving care can play in the worker gaining their qualification.

Scotland’s National Induction Framework (NIF) for Social Care is transforming the way new staff learn and develop, according to the latest six-month evaluation report.

Allison is a social care worker providing care at home and housing support services in the Glasgow area. Her career in care started as a natural progression after being an unpaid carer for family members. Allison has a hearing impairment and was anxious it would stand in her way when completing her SVQ. Today she shares her experience.  

Each month throughout 2026, we'll launch a new Continuous Professional Learning Plus (CPL+) badge that recognises your continuous and informal learning. You can claim a badge by telling us about learning you've carried out in the last 30 days and you'll receive recognition for your professional development as you go.