Chief Inspector (Adult Services) at @CareInspect. The views expressed here are my own. A re-tweet is not an endorsement.
Scotland, United Kingdom
Joined April 2016
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After 5.5 great years I leave the @CareInspect today. It’s been a privilege to contribute to raising the standards of care and improving outcomes for people. Sad to be leaving but excited by the challenges ahead at @PerthandKinross @NHSTayside where my new account is @GP_PK_HSCP
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Fascinating article from @saralivadeas about her weekend in a care home - lots of camaraderie, too much TV and staff writing everything down which gets in the way of chatting amp.theguardian.com/society/…
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Lat week we published updated data profiles for local authority areas in England. Local authority area data profiles bring together data to give an indication of how different services work together. Read more on our website buff.ly/2HPNpNq
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This is the first public report since implementing the new model of inspecting the care and protection of children and young people focusing on those for whom their is a corporate parenting responsibility. We continue to focus firmly on what difference services are making.
Today we have published a review of services for children and young people in Argyll and Bute. The wellbeing of children in need of care and protection was improving, with most enjoying positive and caring relationships with staff and carers. Read more ow.ly/cyx930obZrZ.
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JOB OPPORTUNITY! Have you ever thought about working in social care? If so, Perth & Kinross Health and Social Care Partnership is now recruiting Reablement Assistants for its Home Assessment and Recovery Team (HART). The final deadline to apply is Thursday 28th March. – at Perth, Scotland
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Strategic planning, a reflection on how far collaboratiive working has come since NHS & Community Care Act 1990, the future for health and social care - what we can do for ourselves, taking responsibility for our own wellbeing
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What do children and young people really need from their #fostercarer? Watch our new short video, with the views and voices of care-experienced young people.
For more info, please contact our Family Based Care Team, by emailing [email protected]. #fostering #familybasedcare
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Are you a young carer, do you know you are entitled to a young carer statement? Find out more information here bit.ly/2BTPc0x
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This makes me so sad and angry - how can we possibly value colleagues doing amazing skilled work so poorly. This must change
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What do you mean by health & social care integration? Here's what we think in our latest blog inspired by what we heard from Scotland's Chief Nursing Officer @FionaCMcQueen bit.ly/2FmuM0B #transformingcare #healthandsocialcareintegration #selfmanagedteams #buurtzorg
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Are you a mental health service or professional? Triangle of Care aims to create an alliance between service users, carers and professionals. Read Triangle of Care, Carers Included: A Guide to Best Practice in Mental Health Care in Scotland resource here: carers.org/sites/default/fil…
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Thousands of social service workers across Scotland are due to gain qualifications over the next four years to meet the conditions of their registration with the SSSC. Take a look at our article for deadlines and information about funding: ow.ly/gJSG50nKxuJ
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We're recruiting inspectors to work throughout Scotland within our adults, early learning and childcare, children and young people and complaints inspection teams. For more info about the role and how to apply visit ow.ly/lafZ30nXqS3. The closing date is 25th March 2019.
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Better data means better care. So at @supportCHAS we are recruiting an information & data analyst. Please share this and have a look at the role here.👇 goodmoves.com/vacancy/a4s0n0… #data
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@AEAScotland @COPFS @policescotland @Lawscot @CareInspect @agescotland @adamstachura @pgreendda @CIGPaterson teapawt.net/SP_Justice/status/1109…
The @SP_Justice Ctte has written to Cab Sec for Justice @HumzaYousaf seeking clarity on how @ScotGov plans to address prosecution of #elderabuse in Scotland. Read our letter: ow.ly/Ij6m30o93xD
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An exciting opportunity to join a ‘top team’ at @CareInspect with a strong and inspiring vision, playing a strategic role and leading on scrutiny and assurance that supports improvement and innovation and contributes towards achieving world class care for all those that need it.
We're currently looking for a Chief Inspector to lead on Adult Services. For more information about the role and how to apply visit ow.ly/KLEV50nuEO2. The closing date is 9am on Tuesday 2 April 2019.
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The Poverty & Inequality Commission @povinequalscot is looking for new Board Members. The Commission will help tackle poverty and inequality by providing advice and suggestions to Scottish Ministers and others. Find out more and apply here: bit.ly/2SU0gAh
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.@haughey_clare announces support for people with mental health conditions is to be strengthened through an independent review of the Mental Health Act.
Read more: bit.ly/2Y810FB
