Department of Health

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Social care workforce

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The social care and social work workforce is the backbone of this country's care system. If we are to ensure that children and adults are looked after in a way that preserves their dignity and peace of mind, it is vital that we have a world class workforce that is skilled, dedicated and valued and supported to do its best.

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2009 Accolades

Does this sound like your organisation? If you provide a high quality service and invest in training and developing your staff then you should enter Accolades 2009.

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