The Scottish Manual Handling Passport Scheme provides a national framework to reduce manual handling risks across health and social care in Scotland.
🔗https://www.gov.scot/publications/scottish-manual-handling-passport-scheme-version-3/pages/2/
The Scottish Manual Handling Passport Scheme provides a national framework to reduce manual handling risks across health and social care in Scotland.
🔗https://www.gov.scot/publications/scottish-manual-handling-passport-scheme-version-3/pages/2/
March is Women’s History Month, a time dedicated to honoring the remarkable contributions of women throughout history. The month recognizes the powerful leadership of women in creating a future that is rooted in equity, justice, and opportunity for all.
01.03.2026 09:00 — 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0This year’s annual returns have now closed. We would like to thank everyone who submitted their annual return to us by the deadline, Tuesday 17 February 2026. The information you have provided will help us plan, inform and carry out our inspections and improvement work.
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CCTV camera
As part of our ongoing work to support safe, ethical and person-centred use of digital technologies in care, we are exploring how cameras, CCTV, audio recording devices and sensor-based monitoring equipment are being used in services.
🔗Complete our survey here https://forms.office.com/e/AEcsmhLuLB
Our contact centre will be open late for all services this evening, Thursday 12 February, between 16:00-19:00 to answer your annual return queries. There will be limited staff available, so we ask for your patience while we answer your calls. Call us on 0345 600 9527📞
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There is not much time left to complete your annual return. Visit our eForms system here https://bit.ly/CI-eForms and submit yours today! The deadline for completion is Tuesday, 17 February 2026. For advice, call us on 0345 600 9527 or visit our website https://bit.ly/CI-AnnualReturns.
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We have published an updated version of the quality framework for care homes for children and young people and special residential schools.
ℹ️Find out more about the updated framework here: https://www.careinspectorate.com/index.php/news
📣There is TWO WEEKS until the annual return deadline. Even if your service is inactive, you must complete your annual return by Tuesday, 17 February 2026. For advice, contact us on 0345 600 9527 or visit our website https://bit.ly/CI-AnnualReturns
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During the recent snowy weather, Woodlands Care Home in Aberdeen decided to bring the snow indoors so that residents could build their own snowmen! There was great hilarity, and the spontaneous activity was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone. Read the full story: https://ow.ly/Rvp650Y86mV. #GoodNewsTues
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Contact centre open late for annual returns queries.
Our contact centre is available this evening from 16:00-19:00 to answer your annual returns queries. There will be limited staff available, so we ask for your patience while we answer your calls during this time. Call 0345 600 9527, or email enquiries@careinspectorate.gov.scot
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🎉 We’re delighted to welcome @careinspectorate.bsky.social as the newest member of our Inclusive Recruiter programme!
By using SCQF levels in recruitment, the Care Inspectorate is helping open up opportunities and attract a wider talent pool.
Check them out on our wall: buff.ly/qbGnm48
Scottish Careers Week. Shape the future.
We are proud to support Scottish Careers Week 2025. This national campaign is a fantastic opportunity to showcase the vital work we do, the rewarding careers available in social care regulation, and the diverse routes our colleagues have taken to join the organisation. #ScotCareersWeek
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📣 Help Shape the Future of Social Work in Scotland 📣
The Scottish Social Work Partnership (Social Work Scotland, OCSWA and COSLA) is leading a national conversation to inform a new strategic plan for social work.
Your voice matters! Have your say 👇
socialworkscotland.org/scottish-soc...
We're supporting carers week.
At the Care Inspectorate we recognise the valuable contribution that unpaid carers make to support their families and communities. Together lets work towards an equal society, where carers are truly valued, recognised and supported. #CarersWeek #CaringAboutEquality
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Young child lying on her tummy on the floor playing with colourful balls.
The Care Inspectorate and Education Scotland would like to invite practitioners to our in-person and online self-evaluation workshops. These events are aimed at managers, practitioners, staff and childminders who work in the childcare sector. Request your place here hub.careinspectorate.com/events/
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A joint inspection of services in Angus has found clear strengths in ensuring children and young people at risk of harm are safe, protected and supported.
A joint inspection of services in Angus has found clear strengths in ensuring children and young people at risk of harm are safe, protected and supported. Some areas for improvement were also identified. Read the full report here www.careinspectorate.com/index.php/ne...
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Help us shape our new Corporate Plan.
We want everyone with an interest in care and in what we do, to have the opportunity to help shape our new Corporate Plan. Find out how you can get involved here care-inspectorate.govocal.com/en-GB/folder...
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White text on a purple / blue gradient background reads: Seeking children and young people to change our world. A graphic of the world in a speech bubble sits beside the logo 'Changing our World'
Participation opportunity for children and young people ✨
We are delighted to share that we are recruiting for new members for our children and young people’s advisory group, Changing our World 🌍
Find out more by downloading the information sheet on our website 🔗 bit.ly/3YJa3O0
Woman standing in a kitchen smiling holding a glass of water.
#NutritionAndHydrationWeek is here! Its purpose is to bring people together to create energy, focus and fun in order to highlight and educate people on the value of food and drink in maintaining health and wellbeing in health and social care. Find out more at nutritionandhydrationweek.co.uk.
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Blog by Cerys, modern apprentice at the Care Inspectorate and SSSC for Scottish Apprenticeship Week.
Cerys, a modern apprentice at the Care Inspectorate and SSSC, has shared a blog on her career so far for #ScottishApprenticeshipWeek. Read the full blog here www.careinspectorate.com/index.php/news
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Change care with us.
We're hiring inspectors to work within our early learning and childcare, children and young people, adult, registration and complaints teams. For more information about the role and how to apply visit careinspectorate.com/index.php/wo....
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The Oversight Board holds Scotland to account by checking if The Promise is being kept. Today they have published their third report, showing where Scotland is at just now in its journey to keep The Promise. Find out more here oversightboard.scot
#ThePromiseScotland
Today marks five years since Scotland published #ThePromise. Scotland made a promise to care experienced children and young people that they will grow up loved, safe, and respected. The Care Inspectorate is fully committed to playing our part to make the Promise happen by 2030.
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