02 Jul 2020
Learning from the NQSW pilots and next steps
We’ve completed phase one of the project to develop recommendations for the design, implementation and delivery of a sustainable and accessible national approach to newly qualified social workers (NQSWs) first year in practice on behalf of the Scottish Government.
01 Jul 2020
New guide offers advice and information on working safely
Our new guide, Working safely during COVID-19, offers social service workers information and advice about changes to the way we work as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
26 Jun 2020
Testing for COVID-19 in social services – a message from the Scottish Social Services Council and Care Inspectorate
As testing for workers is rolled out across social services the Care Inspectorate and the SSSC want to emphasise its importance to your own wellbeing, your colleagues and to people experiencing care.
20 May 2020
New 2020-23 SSSC strategic plan to support social services
The Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) has published its new strategic plan setting out how it will support the continuing development and professionalism of the social service workforce while protecting the public through regulation.
01 Apr 2020
Workforce support and wellbeing during COVID-19
We’ve produced a new resource to support staff health and wellbeing during the challenging time of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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03 Jul 2020
Final countdown to mandatory registration for care at home and housing support workers
In just 12 weeks support workers in care at home and housing support who were in their role on or before 2 October 2017 must be registered with us.
03 Jul 2020
New guidance on self-directed support during COVID-19
The Scottish Government has produced guidance for people who assess, approve and administer social work and social care and support (including carer support) and approve self-directed support (SDS) budgets.
02 Jul 2020
Learning from the NQSW pilots and next steps
We’ve completed phase one of the project to develop recommendations for the design, implementation and delivery of a sustainable and accessible national approach to newly qualified social workers (NQSWs) first year in practice on behalf of the Scottish Government.
