Centre of Workforce Supply - Social Care
The Centre for Workforce Supply Social Care (CWSS), within Public Service Delivery Scotland, has been established to support Local Authorities and adult social care providers across Scotland to address workforce challenges and strengthen the sustainability of care services. A key focus of CWSS is supporting the recruitment of sponsored workers and helping New Scots build rewarding careers within Scotland's adult social care sector. Working in partnership with Local Authorities, care providers and other stakeholders, CWSS identifies workforce supply opportunities and supports the ethical recruitment, integration and retention of sponsored workers to strengthen Scotland's social care workforce.
This area brings together information, resources and support to help organisations respond to workforce pressures, access recruitment pathways and share good practice. Through collaboration and targeted workforce initiatives, CWSS supports the sector to attract, recruit and retain the workforce needed to deliver high-quality care across Scotland.
***LATEST NEWS***
The First PCQA Review Panel - Monday 28th September
The panel will review applications for the PCQA, with the aim of awarding the first PCQA awards in the adult social care sector.
If you would like to be considered for the first cohort, please send your application and supporting evidence to the PCQA mailbox by 26 September.
Public Launch of the Pastoral Care Quality Award (PCQA)
We were delighted to launch the PCQA on 7th July to so many members of the care community. Thank you to everyone who attended the event and the subsequent interest that we have received.
To find out more, view the recorded session and how to start your journey, visit out Pastoral Care Quality Award scheme section.
Resources
Our Communities
Employers, organisations - Join the Recruitment and Support of New Scots into Scottish Social Care LinkedIn Group
Scotland’s adult social care sector is strengthened by the skills, experience and dedication of New Scots. As employers, partners and sector colleagues continue to support inclusive, ethical and sustainable recruitment, our LinkedIn group provides a welcoming space to connect, learn and share opportunities.
The Recruitment and Support of New Scots into Scottish Social Care group brings together people with a shared commitment to helping New Scots build rewarding careers in care, while supporting employers to access guidance, resources, webinars and sector updates.
Whether you are recruiting, supporting colleagues already in post, exploring good practice, or simply keen to make Scottish social care more welcoming and inclusive, this community is for you.
Join the conversation, share your experience and help shape a stronger, more compassionate social care workforce for Scotland. Follow the link below:
Recruitment and Support of New Scots into Scottish Social Care | Groups | LinkedIn
Candidates, workers, New Scots - Join the New Scots Working in Scottish Adult Social Care Sector Facebook Group
Are you a New Scot working in, or hoping to build a career in, Scottish adult social care? Our Facebook group, New Scots Working in Scottish Adult Social Care Sector, is a supportive online community created to help you connect with others, find trusted information and feel part of a growing network across Scotland.
The group is a welcoming space to share experiences, discover helpful resources, hear about opportunities and access guidance that can support your journey in social care. Whether you are already working and living in Scotland, open to moving to Scotland, or simply exploring what Scotland and the sector has to offer, you are warmly invited to join.
Scottish adult social care values the compassion, skills and life experience that New Scots bring. Together, we can build confidence, share knowledge and support one another to thrive.
Join the group today, connect with fellow New Scots and be part of a stronger, more inclusive social care community in Scotland. Follow the link below:
New Scots Working in Scottish Adult Social Care Facebook group
Get in touch
If you would like to get in contact with the CWSS team, you can send an email to us at nes.cwssocial@nhs.scot
Let us know what you think of our resources, if you would like anything added or just wish some additional information.
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