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Sets out the technical detail of each adult social care outcomes framework (ASCOF) measure.
Introduction The measures (also called metrics) contained in this handbook…
Guidance for children's social care providers about distributing the 2026 annual survey, including a promotional poster that they can use.
Introduction Our annual online surveys are an opportunity for children,…
Guidance for local authorities on how to complete the safeguarding adults collection (SAC) data return for the 2025 to 2026 reporting period.
Introduction The purpose of this document is to help local authorities and…
Guidance and materials for the adult social care survey (ASCS) in England 2025 to 2026 survey year.
How the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) puts together the statistics in its monthly reports.
How the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) puts together the statistics in its quarterly reports.
This guidance sets out the Public Guardian’s position on the Re ACC judgment and the actions OPG expect deputies to take to ensure compliance.
Guidance that supplements the information in the decision makers' guide.
Information for adult social care employers in England on learning and development support.
How to register with Ofsted and apply to open, manage, or be associated with a residential holiday scheme for disabled children.
How to register with Ofsted and apply to open, manage, or be associated with a residential family centre.
How to register with Ofsted and apply to open, manage, or be associated with an adoption support agency.
How to register with Ofsted and apply to open, manage, or be associated with an independent fostering agency.
How to register with Ofsted and apply to open, manage, or be associated with a voluntary adoption agency.
Resources to help local commissioners achieve value for money by estimating the return on investment (ROI) and cost-effectiveness of public health programmes.
The care workforce pathway outlines the knowledge, skills, values and behaviours people need to work in adult social care.
Guidance on the £12.5 million regional fund to support migrant care workers impacted by sponsor non-compliance or unethical practice and to reduce poor employment practices.
Ofsted’s safeguarding policy and guidance for inspectors on handling safeguarding disclosures.
Information for higher education institutions and students on Social Work Bursary and Education Support Grant arrangements for the academic year 2025 to 2026.
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