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Ofsted Updates Guidance on Restraint, Physical Intervention and Restrictions of Liberty
The latest revision reflects developments in the Department for Education's guidance on restraint and restrictive practices in schools. Although this does not introduce a new regulatory framework for children's homes or supported accommodation, it provides…
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Ofsted Updates SCCIF Guidance: What Changed in October 2026?
Ofsted's current Social Care Common Inspection Framework (SCCIF) contains important guidance concerning the accommodation of young adults in children's homes, the regulatory position of CQC-registered…
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Ofsted Introduces Monetary Penalties Framework for Unregistered Children’s Social Care: What Providers and Managers Need to Know
Ofsted has published new guidance explaining how it will determine and impose financial penalties against organisations and individuals responsible for operating or managing unregistered children's…
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New Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) Development Programme Launching in November 2026
Social Care Skills is pleased to announce the launch of its new Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) in Children’s Social Care programme, taking place from 17…
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New National Standards for Children’s and Young People’s Advocacy Services
On 13 October 2026, the Department for Education published updated National Standards for the Provision of Children’s and Young People’s Advocacy Services in England. The…
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November & December 2026 Live Online Training Calendar: Strengthening Practice, Confidence and Compliance
Social Care Skills is pleased to announce its November and December 2026 Live Online Training Programme, bringing together a range of practical, CPD-focused learning opportunities…
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We’re Turning THREE on the SIXTH! 🎉
Social Care Skills turns THREE on 6 October! To celebrate, we’re marking our third anniversary from the THIRD to the SIXTH with 20% off eligible…
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Bring Social Care Skills Training Directly to Your Team
Social Care Skills courses can be delivered directly to your team, in person or via Microsoft Teams. Choose an existing CPD accredited course, have it…
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New Information Sharing Duty: What Changes from 30 September 2026?
Effective safeguarding depends on the right information reaching the right people at the right time. With a new statutory Information Sharing Duty coming into force…
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October Training Programme: New Courses, Practical Learning and Professional Development
Our October Training Programme is now available, bringing together seven seminars covering direct practice, care planning, safeguarding, regulation, inspection, cultural competency and the experiences of…
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