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Are you in a career funk? Here's what to do
about 13 hours ago by Lorena VeneticoIt's not uncommon to have phases at work where you find yout tasks difficult to complete or you even dread the thought of going to work at all. But when it starts to go on for prolonged periods, it's time to listen to your body both physically and mentally to work out what it's telling you. Is it a lack of sleep? Maybe it's the dark mornings or something in your personal lif...
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Reviewing the ups and downs of the labour market over the past year
14 days ago by Lorena VeneticoAs an employer, it's important to know the context in which you are recruiting. This blogexamines a few of the trends we've noticed recently that it would be useful for you to be aware of. Overall, there are lots of jobs available, but fewer people to fill them. Some industries are finding it harder to recruit, due to this year's increase in vacancies and reduction in unempl...
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Are digital skills important for you and your workforce?
15 days ago by Lorena VeneticoWhen it comes to social care English, maths and employability skills all form the core skills needed for any role within the sector. However one area, largely overlooked but is just as important is digital skills. And though digital technologies are most commonly used in business administration and communications it is also significantly impacting the delivery of care and su...
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Top five skills every social worker needs
16 days ago by Lorena VeneticoWorking in social care can be demanding and requires a multiple of different skills to be able to manage the day-to day. In such a varied profession, what are the top qualities every social worker needs to do their job? Here are just five of the top skills we think are crucial to a social worker. Critical thinking Being able to analyse cases through not just the social worke...
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How does the future look for social care?
18 days ago by Lorena VeneticoYou've no doubt heard of the baby boomers – they are the people born during a big peak in birth rate between the mid-1940s after the second world war, until the early 1960s. They are now aged in their 50s to 70s, and nearing the end of their working life or retired. Some of them are already moving into nursing homes or needing care in their own home. This demographic bulge m...
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Motivating your team in 2019
18 days ago by Lorena VeneticoAccording to a report from Jobbio, only 23% of Brits are happy in their current role. That means a whopping 77% of your team are sitting at work experiencing some level of unhappiness. We spend most of our waking hours at work and commuting, so it’s vital that our workspace is a place that brings us happiness and satisfaction. Loving what do you is a vital component of succe...
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What skills do you need to be an ideal candidate in 2019?
25 days ago by Lorena VeneticoIt's said that the beginning of the year is the best time to look for a role. Vacancies tend to go up, with vacancies in the social care sector increasing by 1.5% within a year. Moving roles to take on a more fulfilling job or changing your career completely often tops the New Year's resolutions checklist. The good news is that it's a candidates market at the moment. This me...
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Is your workplace impacting productivity?
about 1 month ago by Lorena VeneticoResearch from ILM has found that over half of UK workers feel the structure and culture of their workplace is holding them back from working effectively. Engaged employees help organisations work smarter, not just harder. Prioritising job satisfaction and the wellbeing of your employees will ensure you have a productive workforce who can generate the results you require. A f...
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Dealing with the aftermath of a mistake at work
3 months ago by Lorena VeneticoWe all know the feeling when we’ve realised we’ve made a mistake at work. In social care, where you are supporting vulnerable people, the consequences can be greater and so can the guilt. So, when the mistake has officially been dealt with and it’s all back to work, what is the best way to deal and move on from your mistake at work? Our recovery guide tells you how. Accept i...
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How to stay motivated during the winter months
3 months ago by Lorena VeneticoHolidays are coming! It's not long until the Christmas break. You've stocked up your mince pies, had your Christmas jumper on 24/7 and made yor way through at least one tin of Quality Streets. But is your work taking a back seat? Are you avoiding deadlines or taking as much care as you should with your work? The winter months can be tricky. The days get shorter and colder, a...
