In the news this week…

Depression: ‘Mindfulness-based therapy shows promise’ A mindfulness-based therapy could offer a “new choice for millions of people” with recurrent depression, a Lancet report suggests.   bbc.co.uk/news/health

Positive Behavioural Approach Training

Today, UKSLS are running the second session of Positive Behavioural Approach training. This training is given by Mr Tony Osgood, a lecturer from the Tizard Centre in Kent. The staff that completed this training last year are now applying what they have learnt, about...

UKSLS Tough Mudder Event

On the 22nd August 2015, four members of staff from UKSLS will be taking part in tough mudder run… A gruelling obstacle course on top of a 12 mile run! “Tough Mudder is a team-oriented 10-12 mile (18-20 km) obstacle course designed to test physical...

The Care Certificate has launched!

As of 1 April 2015, all social care support workers will be expected to attain a Care Certificate within their first 12 weeks of employment. The Care Certificate sets out the basic skills, knowledge and behaviours that are required to give safe, effective and...

Recruitment

Want to work for a Supported Living company where 100% of staff are salaried?   Where you receive a free bespoke training package throughout your employment? Normally worth £2000!   Where 95% of staff have opted in to our Pension Scheme?   Recruiting...