Funded upskilling opportunities

Lead Practitioner in Adult Care – Level 4

Who is it for?
This programme is ideal for senior care staff who are beginning to lead others, coordinate care, and support service improvement. It offers a strong foundation in leadership, safeguarding, person-centred care, and professional development—without the strategic demands of the Level 5 qualification.

It’s a great fit for staff who:

• Are stepping into leadership but not yet managing services or budgets
• Would benefit from a manageable increase in responsibility
• Need time to build confidence before progressing to a registered manager role
• Are valued team members you'd like to retain and develop internally

What it covers:

• Specialist knowledge of conditions and care practices
• Leadership and mentoring skills
• Professionalism and confidence in care delivery
• Understanding of adult social care within their work setting

Benefits:
For Staff:

• Builds confidence and professionalism
• Enhances leadership and specialist care skills
• Supports career progression and personal development

For Employers:

• Develops highly qualified, productive team members
• Improves quality of care and service delivery
• Strengthens internal talent pipelines and retention
• Contributes to a responsible and adaptable workforce

Leader in Adult Care – Level 5

Who is it for?
This programme is designed for experienced care professionals preparing to step into senior leadership roles, such as Registered Managers or Service Leads. It’s ideal for those already managing services or about to take on strategic responsibilities.

Participants typically:

• Oversee services, teams, budgets, and compliance
• Need to strengthen strategic leadership and governance skills
• Play a key role in maintaining quality and regulatory standards
• Are valued leaders you want to retain and develop within your organisation

What it covers:

• Strategic leadership and service improvement
• Governance, regulation, and compliance
• Budget and resource management
• Safeguarding, person-centred care, and partnership working
• Coaching, mentoring, and workforce development

Benefits:
For Staff:

• Equips learners for registered manager roles
• Builds strategic thinking and leadership confidence
• Supports career advancement into senior positions

For Employers:

• Strengthens leadership capacity across services
• Enhances compliance and quality assurance
• Develops future service managers from within
• Improves retention by investing in internal talent

If you’d like to discuss how these programmes could support your team, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.