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NEW CMDT Training - Dining with Dignity
This course looks at communication, evidence recording and engagement, ensuring that the resident or service user has the best outcome when having a dysphagia diet.
The session will include a practical demonstration and is recommended for: Home Manager/Deputy, Nurses / Clinical Lead, Activity Coordinators, Carers and Senior Carers, Chefs / Cooks, Catering Assistants or Kitchen Assistants.
11 June 2025 09:30 – 15:30
There are still spaces available on both the Dysphagia and Epilepsy training courses.
Dysphagia training
The course is delivered in-person and involves practical exercises and group participation and discussion. It is for staff working in Learning Disability care settings.
For providers North of the county- Stoke-on-Trent
5 June 2025 09:30 - 12:00
For providers South of the county - Lichfield
6 June 2025 10:00 - 14:30
Epilepsy Training
This session is aimed at all support staff working in community settings supporting someone with a Learning Disability and a diagnosis of epilepsy.
This training is for South Staffordshire Providers Only and is delivered in-person.
6th June 2025 - 09:30-12:30
6th June 2025 - 13:30-16:30
We are thrilled to announce the launch of Phase 2 of the Digital Transformation Fund (DTF) project. This phase is designed to provide even more support to enhance your digital capabilities.
What's New?
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Continued Support for DSCR: We will keep funding Digital Care Record Systems (DSCR)
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New Funding Opportunities: Additional funding is now available for applications that can be integrated into your DSCR, allowing you to customize the system to better meet your needs
Funding Opportunities:
We aim to advance the level of digitisation in social care by funding systems that work well with assured digital record systems (like eMAR). Our goal is to promote DSCR as the starting point for using reliable and consistent technologies.
We believe this project will improve the quality and efficiency of care, benefiting both providers and those they care for.
Project Goals:
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Enhance Core Systems: Test how DSCR can be improved with extra modular technologies
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Evaluate Technologies: Quickly understand the effectiveness of various technologies to guide future choices
For more information and to apply for funding, please visit Digital Solutions (from April 2025) - Staffordshire County Council or contact us at digitalfundingenquiries@staffordshire.gov.uk
The CMDT support webpages for international workers and their employers have been updated with details of support that is available at a local and regional level.
Signing up to the Adult Social Care Workforce Data Set (ASC-WDS) is crucial for the effective management and development of your workforce. By joining ASC-WDS, you gain access to valuable insights and benchmarking tools that help you understand your business performance compared to others in the sector.
Additionally, ASC-WDS provides opportunities for funding and discounts on staff training, ensuring your team remains up to date with training and development needs. Your participation also supports government decision-making and planning, contributing to the overall improvement of the social care sector
The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) is pleased to confirm that the Learning and Development Support Scheme (LDSS) will continue in financial year 2025 to 2026. The scheme will continue to support adult social care employers to invest in learning and development for their staff, by providing a financial contribution towards the costs of training. Funding is only available to care providers with an ASC-WDS account. The ASC-WDS includes an eligibility checker so you can easily check if you can claim.
Updated information, including guidance for employers and a list of courses and qualifications eligible for funding, has been published on the Government website.
This Skills for Care Midlands workshop is online.
10 April 2025 13:00 – 15:00
You are invited to join us at a face-to-face session to share your experiences, suggestions, and ideas, which will directly influence the academy. Your feedback is crucial in shaping the future of our academy, ensuring we continue to meet your needs and enhance the quality of social care. Drinks will be provided.
29 April 2025 10:00-12:00
County Buildings - White Room, Martin Street, Stafford ST16 2LE
We are committed to recognising and celebrating the exceptional efforts of those who work tirelessly to ensure care is delivered with dignity and respect. We invite you to nominate individuals and teams who have demonstrated outstanding dedication to providing compassionate and respectful care to those in need.
How to Nominate
Complete the form with details of the nominee and examples of their exceptional work. You can also download the nomination flyer to encourage others to nominate.
Please ensure your nominations are submitted by the end of April. The winners will be announced at our evening award ceremony planned for July 2025.
For more information about the Dignity in Care Award and the nomination process, please visit our website here.
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