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We have been working hard behind the scenes to create a clear & concise pathway into a career in care so that anybody who may be interested has an understanding of what they need to do and where it can take you.
The group working on this has been meeting regularly since late last year and has been outlining the many ways of getting into a career in care within the Perth & Kinross Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP), NHS Tayside (NHS), and Independent Sector (IS).
This is a great example of collaborative working with our colleagues in HSCP (NHS & PKC), Independent Sector, HR, Employment Initiatives, Developing the Young Workforce Team and Learning and Development, giving us a variation of perspectives, which allows us to create the best possible pathway we can.
We have been looking at the entry points that a career in care can begin on and building on these by highlighting the varying levels of experience and training that is required for each one. We want anyone that decides to take on a career in the care sector to have a very clear understanding of what is to be expected of them at each level and where they can go. This page is still a work in progress so things may continue to change.
Why Should I Care? - A Career in Care
This is a video from Brian Kinnear (Assistant Service Manager, Adult Social Work & Social care Services, Perth & Kinross HSCP) who has been using the above video to introduce a career in care to school pupils.
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Career Pathway
We have been working on a way to demonstrate what a career in care can look like. The following document is an example and shows you the various roles that fall under a career in Health and Social Care across the Perth & Kinross Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP), NHS Tayside (NHS), and Independent Sector (IS). Also the route, although not always a linear one, that your career can take.
Learning Pathway
Much like the work we have been doing for demonstrating a career in care, we have been hard at work developing a learning pathway.
We want anyone who is interested in taking on this career path to fully understand what it entails and the initial work that is required for getting into a career in social care.
The pathway includes most of the essential elements to your learning across all roles within the Perth & Kinross Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP), NHS Tayside (NHS), and Independent Sector (IS), however may vary dependent on the specific role you have within each service.
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Keys to Caring - Digital Version |
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Foundation Apprenticeships - Health & Social Care - Heather & Jenna - YouTube |
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Level 1 Training
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Induction
Shadowing Programme
Buddying/Mentoring for a minimum of 2 weeks by all providers. Competency checklist/ assessment
Level 2 Training
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Refresher |
| Moving & Handling | To keep participants up to date with any changes to current practice, techniques, and usage of new equipment. |
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E-learning done prior to attending a 1 or 2 (initial) -½ day courses in person | Annual refresher ½ day in person |
| Emergency First Aid |
To provide staff with a basic range of First Aid skills to enable them to deal with First Aid emergencies in their workplace. (Online modules and ½ day Attendance at Course) |
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E-learning done prior to a 1-day course in person
Certificate is valid for 3 years |
Annually ½ skills update (no Cert)
3 yearly 1-day update |
| Medication | To understand roles and responsibilities when assisting service users and medicines. |
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E- Learning done to complete course and then quiz at end – 70% pass mark required (only 2 attempts at quiz) | Annually to complete the refresher training |
Mandatory for all staff - E-Learning as part of blended learning model & attendance
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Course/Training |
Description | Accessed Via |
| Dementia Levels |
PKC Course/Trainings |
Access to PDF dementia-skilled-resource-2016-final-web.pdf (scot.nhs.uk) |
| 2 | Skilled –Promoting Excellence | Access to PDF dementia-skilled-resource-2016-final-web.pdf (scot.nhs.uk) |
| 1 | Informed –Promoting Excellence | Access to PDF dementia-skilled-resource-2016-final-web.pdf (scot.nhs.uk) |
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Description |
Accessed Via |
Duration | Refresher |
| PKC Display Screen (DSE) |
Understanding of the issues surrounding your workstation – DSE assessment to be completed if working from home |
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30 mins | Annually |
| Manual Handling Awareness |
Understanding of reducing risk from injury through incorrect lifting techniques |
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1 hour | Annually |
| Introductory joint award to food hygiene (4 modules) | Understanding of Food Hygiene |
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30 mins - 1 hour | Annually |
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GDPR (GDPR – Update) |
To understand the changes and what it means for you as an employee and the data you may handle (2 Modules) |
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30 mins each module | Annually |
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Information Security User Awareness |
To understand the importance of sensitive information and security breaches |
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30 mins | Annually |
| Freedom of Information | Understanding of What FOI means for you |
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30 mins | Annually |
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Employee Codes of Conduct |
An understanding of clear and helpful advice to promote us work in a way the council expects from us as an employee |
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30 mins | Annually |
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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion |
To help you support the Council in meeting its duties in terms of equality and in ensuring our services are accessible and meet the needs and aspirations of the richly diverse communities of Perth and Kinross. |
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30 mins | Annually |
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Adult Support & Protection |
Aims to support you in:
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3 1/2 hour workshops | Annually |
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Child Protection & Getting it Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) |
To protect and maintain the wellbeing of children and young people – 2 Modules |
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Managing Risk and Uncertainty Understanding Risk Analysis |
To consider a process for managing risk and uncertainty, exploring the types of and sources of risk that can occur within organisations. To consider how risk analysis techniques can be used as a basis for assessing the risks associated with making decisions within the organisation. |
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20 mins each |
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| Customer Service Standards |
To give information on providing excellent customer service |
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30 mins | Annually |
| Duty of Candour |
Understanding of our responsibilities around responding, recording and learn from Duty of Candour incidents |
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30 mins | Annually |
Mandatory for all Staff
| Course/Training | Description | Accessed Via | Duration | Refresher |
| Moving with dignity training | This workshop is a mix of the theory behind moving with dignity and a practical session which includes new techniques and equipment. You will learn the theory behind this approach, how it benefits the individual, the family and the carers. There will also be demonstrations of the new equipment and techniques and you will be asked to get involved in the practical elements where you will learn new skills. |
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These 2.5-hour sessions take place from 09:00 - 11:30 or 12:30 -15:00. |
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| SmartFlat onsite training |
Onsite visit to smart flat with equipment demo 4-5 attendees max. |
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40 mins - 1 hour | Annually (shorter session TBA) |
| Keys to caring workshop | Key themes for the workshop; Reablement, Empathy, Reflection tools & Journaling, Theories & Models, Listening, Observations & Communication, Personalisation & Outcomes, Emotional Intelligence, Behaviour Change, Leadership at all levels, Wellbeing – Mindfulness, Perspectives & Perceptions, Values, Being Authentic with emotions, Service Design, Team Building |
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TBC | TBC |
| Record keeping | Tips for writing good records and reports | 10 mins | ||
| Suicide Prevention SIPP (Suicide Intervention & Prevention Programme) | To raise awareness of suicide and mental health, encouraging open and supportive conversations about suicidal feelings, and working towards creating and maintaining communities in Perth and Kinross that value positive mental well-being. | |||
| SVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care |
The SVQ in Social Services and Healthcare helps to develop skills and knowledge already gained in a care setting. This SVQ Level 2 in Social Services and Healthcare is work-based and has a structured, but flexible delivery. |
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Approx. 1 year |
Desirable for all staff
| Course/Training | Description | Accessed Via | Duration | Refresher |
| Simulated social care training workshop | Simulated session based on Working Together principles, what great care and support means to you, looks and feels like and what is important when delivering care | PKC Learning and Development | 2.5 hours | |
| Open Badges |
Open Badges are a straightforward way to collect, manage and share evidence of learning in today’s digital world. You can collect them to evidence your learning and share them in places that matter to you, including offline as printable certificates. When you show your badge to someone, they will be able to see criteria against which the badge was issued and any evidence that you provided to prove you met that criteria. The Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) and dozens of other social service organisations issue Open Badges to recognise continuous and informal learning that would otherwise go unrecorded. |
SSSC Open Badges | ||
| Reflective and supportive supervision | Aims and objectives for the session will support the journey in relation to SVQ supervision learning. | PKC Learning and Development | 1.5 - 2 hours | TBC |
| Coaching |
Explore the roles and responsibilities of a successful coach and the techniques associated with one of the most powerful and effective methods of developing others at a manager's disposal. |
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| Food and Hygiene Training Level 2 |
Online course suitable for staff who handle open foods (support required is more involved than use of a microwave and/or toaster). |
Adult learning hub - Food and Hygiene Training Level 2 - Perth & Kinross Council (pkc.gov.uk) |
Self Study which must be completed within 3 months of starting the course | |
| PK Learning & Development - Trauma Informed Practice |
"Trauma Informed Practice is a model that is grounded and directed by a complete understanding of how trauma exposure affects service user's neurological, biological, psychological and social development." |
PKC Learning and Development |
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| PK Learning & Development - Gender Violence |
Learning resources in relation to gender-based violence. |
PKC Learning and Development |
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| PK Learning & Development - Difficult Discussions Matter |
Materials, resources, videos and articles that will help you to start exploring your own attitudes and behaviours and that of others, delving into the depths of Emotional Intelligence and communication theories that can support us to understand more about ourselves and others. |
PKC Learning and Development |
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| Strength & Balance |
To learn about the effects of ageing, benefits of activity, physical activity guidelines, why walking and strength and balance combined is best and the 8 exercises themselves. |
Paths for All or Senior Reablement Assistants |
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| Palliative Care | Foundations in Palliative and End of Life Care for support workers | ECHO | 5 X 2.5 hours = 12.5 hours per employee | Annually/3 yearly refreshers |
| Pressure Ulcers |
Powerpoint presentation with information on the prevention and management of pressure ulcers |
PKC Learn | ||
| Urinary Continence and Catheter Care | Powerpoint presentation with information on urinary continence and catheter care | PKC Learn |
Level 3 Training
Advanced training for employed Staff in order to further their personal and professional development - Ambassadors should have a robust understanding of the subject, keep up to date on relevant policies/procedures and legislation, complete audits if applicable and advocate for and promote the subject with colleagues on a 1:1 basis. Trainers should take on the ambassador role as well as regularly facilitate group learning sessions. You will be given protected time to develop your learning.
| Course/Training | Description of minimum training/knowledge acquired | Role Type | Accessed Via | Duration | Refresher |
| TEC |
SMART Flat onsite training |
Ambassador |
PKC TEC Team, tec@pkc.gov.uk
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TBC |
TBC |
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1-2 shadowing sessions with Community Alarm |
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Familiar with TEC training pack |
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| Health & Safety |
Infection Control - Why prevention and control matters |
Ambassador |
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Infection Prevention and Control |
Ambassador |
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Manual for Older People and Adult Care Homes Webinar |
Ambassador |
Learning Session |
1 - 1.5 hours |
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Skin integrity/prevention and management of pressure ulcers
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Ambassador
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Learning Session |
1 - 1.5 hours |
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Pressure Ulcers |
Ambassador |
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Promotion of continence and assessment of bladder dysfunction in adults
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Learning Session |
1 - 1.5 hours |
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IOSH (Care home staff only) |
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COSHH (Care home staff only) |
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Incident Investigation (Care home staff only) |
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| Palliative care |
Undertake additional training to enable delivery of level 2 refreshers |
Trainer | ECHO | Annual/3 yearly refreshers | |
| Catheter & Stoma care |
DN demonstration to equip carers with the confidence and knowledge to care for people with stomas and catheters. |
Ambassador |
District Nursing |
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Ostomy Surgeries |
Ostomy Tips and Tricks | Crohn's & Colitis Foundation (crohnscolitisfoundation.org) |
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What is a Stoma? |
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| Drugs & Alcohol |
Shadowing session with PKC Drug and Alcohol Team On contact list to receive up to date info and training opportunities Familiar with website |
Ambassador | DAServices@pkc.gov.uk | ||
| Medication |
Supporting or handling medication in the social care sector |
Trainer |
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1 day | |
| Pressure Ulcers |
Attendance at facilitated session with Practice Development Nurse |
Trainer |
TBC |
TBC | TBC |
| Urinary Continence and Catheter Care |
Attendance at facilitated session with Practice Development Nurse |
Trainer |
TBC |
TBC | TBC |
| Manual Handling | HSCP Accredited H&M Associate Trainer | Trainer | TBC | TBC | TBC |
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Leadership Qualities
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Management Fundamentals Essential Decision-Making Skills for Today’s Manager Shared Services Leadership Platform
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Handling and Moving Trainer, P & K Learning and Development team | 2 x ½ day shadowing with H&M Trainer and 4 x full day Associate Trainer sessions | TBC either annual or 2 yearly | |
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Team based work, collaboration, participation and co design. |
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Collective Leadership for Scotland |
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SSSC Step into Leadership – Leadership learning pathways for Scotland’s social services |
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Leading Others - This is a rigorous and in-depth period of learning and development from which you will emerge a more confident and effective leader able to engage and empower those around you. |
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| Handheld records | Delivery of PowerPoint Presentation | Trainer | Karl Waymark & Adam Phillips - hcchartservice@pkc.gov.uk | ||
| Strength & Balance cascade | Upskilling you to deliver the Strength and Balance workshop. You will be equipped with everything you need to know to successfully deliver the workshop, utilising a suite of resources from Paths for All. | Trainer | Paths for All | 2 X 1/2 Days | |
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Conditions |
Be familiar with easy read versions
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Ambassador |
PKC Learning & Development - Conditions | ||
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Conditions - ADHD |
TBC | ||||
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Conditions - Arthritis |
Versus Arthritis | All of us pushing to defy arthritis | ||||
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Conditions - Autism |
TBC | ||||
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Conditions - Brain Injury |
Headway - the brain injury association | Headway | ||||
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Conditions - COPD |
Chest Information & Support - Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (chss.org.uk) | ||||
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Conditions - Dementia |
We are Scotland's dementia charity (alzscot.org) | ||||
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Conditions - Falls |
TBC | ||||
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Conditions - Foot |
TBC | ||||
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Conditions - MND |
TBC | ||||
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Conditions - MS |
Home | MS Trust | ||||
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Conditions - Oral |
TBC | ||||
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Conditions - Parkinson's Disease |
Homepage | Parkinson's UK (parkinsons.org.uk) | ||||
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Conditions - Rheumatoid Arthritis |
NRAS | Rheumatoid arthritis charity | ||||
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Conditions - Stroke |
Home - Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (chss.org.uk) | ||||
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Conditions - Stroke Competencies |
Core Competencies - CHSS eLearning | ||||
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Conditions - Tourette's Syndrome |
TBC | ||||
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SVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care |
The Level 3 Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) in Social Services and Healthcare at SCQF level 7 allows candidates to demonstrate competence in job related skills in their particular area of work. |
To attain the qualification candidates must complete 8 Units in total. This comprises:
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PKC Learning & Development Team | Approx. 2 years |