Training available at the Social Care Academy for Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent

This webinar will identify the current national and local drivers guiding quality end-of-life care. It will enable people to recall the physical signs that help identify when end of life is approaching. Participants will be able to summarise the key principles of holistic assessment at end of life and discuss the importance of sensitive communication, including the involvement of patients and their families in decision-making. The session will highlight how individualised care planning improves patient experience and quality of care, focusing on the last days and hours of life, the physical signs of a dying person, and the importance of assessing the total person to develop an individualised care plan. The training outcomes of this course are aligned with NICE and Department of Health guidance. Session Details This webinar is held via Microsoft Teams. Available sessions: 28 August 2025 - 2pm to 3pm Trainer Information Please also see other Palliative Care and End of Life training courses developed by the MPFT Palliative and End of Life Care Team (Palliative + EOLC): E-Learning: Palliative Care Introduction for Care Support Workers Advance Care Planning Early Identification of End of Life Spirituality and End of Life Care Webinars: Introduction to ReSPECT and Advance Care Planning Responding to Distress: Communication Skills Care After Death Assessment and Care Planning in Palliative and End of Life Care Difficult Conversations End of Life Education for Care Agencies Last Days of Life This training is suitable for all care support worker staff.   This training is equivalent to 60 minutes participatory time for CPD. A certificate will be provided upon completion of this training.   This training does discuss death and dying, and may be upsetting for some audiences.   This training was developed by the MPFT Palliative and End of Life Care Team (Palliative + EOLC). Read more

Apprenticeships are a vital pathway for individuals seeking to develop their career and skills. These programs offer a unique combination of practical experience and theoretical knowledge, equipping apprentices with the skills and competencies needed to excel in various roles. Apprentices spend a significant portion of their time working alongside experienced staff, this hands-on approach allows them to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios Upon completion of an apprenticeship, individuals are well-positioned to pursue further qualifications and career advancement. Many apprentices continue their education through higher-level apprenticeships.   Lead Practitioner in Adult Care   Lead practitioner in adult care (level 4)   The Lead Practitioner apprenticeship is an ideal qualification for someone looking to progress onto a management role. Someone in this role will typically already lead a small team and will be looking to move onto a management role that requires additional skills. Local Partners Lead Practitioner in Adult Care Higher Apprenticeship (NSCG)   Leader in Adult Care   Leader in adult care (level 5)   Leadership roles in a care setting can include Deputy Managers and Managers, but can also include other management roles in larger care settings. This apprenticeship is ideal for someone in a leadership or looking to step into a leadership role. Local Partners Lead in Adult Care Higher Apprenticeship (NSCG)   What to do next Speak with your line manager or supervisor about your interest in your chosen apprenticeship. You will need to agree which institution will provide your apprenticeship, local Colleges and Universities deliver apprenticeship courses but other options can be identified through the Government apprenticeship training courses page. There is often financial support available to support an apprenticeship, contact Adele.Cooke@mpft.nhs.uk for a discussion on what levy funding is available. Read more

This course is for Staffordshire Adult Social Care providers delivering care to individuals in Staffordshire or for individuals outside of Staffordshire receiving care funded or commissioned by Staffordshire County Council. Please note this training is a 2 day course, please ensure you can commit to the full 2 days before booking this training.  Course Dates Leadership Support Training - 7th and 8th August 2025 - 09:30-17:00 - The Shire Hall Business Centre, 2, Market Street, Stafford ST16 2JZ Leadership Support Training - 17th and 18th September 2025 - 09:30-17:00 - The Shire Hall Business Centre, 2, Market Street, Stafford ST16 2JZ Leadership Support Training - 7th and 8th October 2025 - 09:30-17:00 - The Shire Hall Business Centre, 2, Market Street, Stafford ST16 2JZ  Leadership Support Training - 12th and 13th November 2025 - 09:30-17:00 - The Shire Hall Business Centre, 2, Market Street, Stafford ST16 2JZ (Tickets for this date will be released in the upcoming months) How to book this training To book a training event, add it to your cart, there will be an option to choose a training session and "purchase" it from the storefront, if there is only one training session available for that course, you will automatically be enrolled on to that session and if there are multiple dates available then you will be prompted to select an available date. Please note there is no cost for this training. Session Details This training is being held at: The Shire Hall Business Centre,  2, Market Street, Stafford ST16 2JZ Course Aim and Description Learning Outcomes: By successfully completing this course you will be able to: •             Describe the term leadership and the qualities of a leader •             Understand different leadership styles and apply appropriate approaches based on situational needs. •             Understand the importance of being visible and approachable as a leader •             List the relevant legislations in the UK •             Learn how to effectively delegate tasks and responsibilities •             Describe how staff can understand what the vision, values and strategies of your service are, and how they can achieve them in their role •             Understand how to effectively manage resources and identify the appropriate type and level of recourses required to deliver safe and effective service             •             Describe how to identify and address poor or variable staff performance •             Learn how to identify the strengths, interests, and developmental needs of staff members •             Understand how to identify and address staff development needs •             Learn techniques for setting SMART goals for staff development •             Understand why providing constructive feedback and recognition can support staff in their development journey •             Develop skills in providing constructive feedback during supervision sessions •             Learn how to respond to feedback in a timely and professional manner •             Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills to support and motivate staff members •             Understand what is active listening and empathetic communication and how to practice it during supervisory interactions •             Understand the importance of promoting staff wellbeing and resilience •             Understand how to support staff to manage their own health, care and wellbeing and recognising the importance of self-care in leadership roles •             Describe how to manage the impact of their emotions and behaviour •             Understand importance of building and maintaining strong relationships with all staff, including clients, families, and community partners •             Understand importance with working in collaboration with others in and across networks •             Understanding the causes of conflict and how to effectively manage it •             Develop skills in active listening, effective communication, and problem-solving •             Develop skills in active listening, empathy, and effective communication •             Develop skills in critical thinking, analysis, and decision-making •             Understand the importance of considering multiple perspectives and gathering information before making decisions and encouraging other have the confidence and opportunity to contribute. •             Learn how to make ethical and informed decisions that align with the values and goals of the organisation and respecting the culture beliefs the individual •             Understand the importance of effectively managing comments and complaints •             Understand the importance of encouraging improvement and innovation to create continuous service improvement Booking Changes Please note, by booking onto this training course you are committing to attending at the referenced date and time. Your space on this session has cost Staffordshire County Council and while there is not a cost to yourself or your organisation, public funds have been utilised to fund the training.  If you cannot attend, you can send someone in your place but we will require notification so we can update the course register.  If you are unable to attend or send someone in your place, we ask for 7 working days’ notice in order to have the opportunity to offer this space to others.  All bookings or unenrolment changes should be emailed to cmdt@staffordshire.gov.uk Car Parking Please ensure that you check prior to attending the training where is most suitable for you to park, we recommend that you refer to Stafford Borough Council's website for car parking information in Stafford Car Parking in Stafford and Stone | Stafford Borough Council (staffordbc.gov.uk). The closest car park is the Waterfront car park.  Refreshment's Refreshments will not be provided on the day, however there are shops close by.  If you have any additional requirements, such as the need for British Sign Language (BSL) interpretation or mobility requirements, please let us know in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs. Waiting List If this course is fully booked, or you are unable to attend of the available dates, you can request to be added to the waiting list. Read more

Welcome to this module focused on leading person-centred care Everything you do as a leader and manager in adult social care must facilitate, promote and embed person-centred approaches to care and support and enhance the lives of the people accessing your service. Person-centredness should underpin everything you and your team do, ensuring that individuals’ are able to live meaningful, fulfilled and productive lives, being seen and treated as complete individuals, engaged with their loved ones and within their communities. In this module, you’ll start to explore some of the skills you need to ensure you lead truly person-centred services. The module is aligned to Standard 6 of the Manager Induction Standards and will cover the following 4 topics: Leading person-centred practice Positive risk Relationships Equality, diversity and inclusion 100% of the cost of these modules can be reimbursed via the Adult Social Care Learning and Development Support Scheme (LDSS). Visit Skills for Care website to learn more: https://www.skillsforcare.org.uk/Funding/Learning-and-development-funding-for-adult-social-care.aspx?utm_source=LMS&utm_medium=Website&utm_campaign=StokeStaffsLMS&utm_content=LDSS Read more

Welcome to this module focused on leading and managing in adult social care The responsibilities of leaders and managers in adult social care can not be underestimated. You need a range of skills, knowledge and qualities to be successful, and you need the ability to draw off these at different times in different situations. You also need to keep an eye on what is happening locally and nationally that will affect your service, and be able to respond, adapt and evolve. In this module, you’ll start to explore some of those abilities and plan your next steps to leading and managing good and outstanding adult social care services. The module is aligned to Standard 1 of the Manager Induction Standards and will cover the following 4 topics: Leadership and management Leading a vision The adult social care marketplace Integrated approach to care 100% of the cost of these modules can be reimbursed via the Adult Social Care Learning and Development Support Scheme (LDSS). Visit Skills for Care website to learn more: https://www.skillsforcare.org.uk/Funding/Learning-and-development-funding-for-adult-social-care.aspx?utm_source=LMS&utm_medium=Website&utm_campaign=StokeStaffsLMS&utm_content=LDSS Read more

Welcome to this module focused on learning & innovating. 100% of the cost of these modules can be reimbursed via the Adult Social Care Learning and Development Support Scheme (LDSS). Visit Skills for Care website to learn more: https://www.skillsforcare.org.uk/Funding/Learning-and-development-funding-for-adult-social-care.aspx?utm_source=LMS&utm_medium=Website&utm_campaign=StokeStaffsLMS&utm_content=LDSS It’s important to continually respond to and learn from what is going well, and what isn’t going so well. This enables you to make improvements to your service and offer that benefit everyone – especially those accessing care and support. The module is aligned to Standard 10 of the Manager Induction Standards and will cover the following 3 topics: Comments and complaints Continuous improvement Creating change. Read more