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Over the past six months, the Government has introduced significant reforms affecting international workers in the care sector. From the publication of the Immigration White Paper in May to the Home Office’s Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules released on 1 July, several changes have been announced, some of which officially take effect today — 22 July 2025.
Sadly, Skills for Care have closed their endorsement process as it was, and the Department of Health and Social Care have picked it up under a new Quality Assurance Learning Provider Endorsement.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is continuing its journey towards a more transparent and responsive regulatory framework — and that includes how services are scored.
Great news! Alium Care Training is now offering Skills for Care Fully Funded Leadership and Management programmes from April 2025 to March 2026.
At Alium Care Training, we understand that maintaining a good or outstanding rating isn’t just about compliance—it’s a powerful driver of business growth. Here’s how you can use proactive strategies to improve your rating and create sustainable success for your care service.
Recognised as a Centre of Excellence by Skills for Care and a Government Recommended provider, we’re now bringing this expertise to organisations supporting children and young people
Care providers need to focus on being ready for the here and now, particularly with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) ramping up inspections in 2025
The government’s goal is to ensure care providers can deliver better outcomes for people who need support
This increased focus on inspections is both a challenge and an opportunity. Now is the time to reflect, adapt, and ensure you’re ready to meet these changes head-on.
The CQC has accepted these recommendations and is now making changes to tighten up its standards. But what does this mean for you as a social care provider?
With the lack of confidence found in the CQC methods in current reports, service providers are left fumbling in the dark for information.
Have an international workforce? Find the Sponsorship guidance overwhelming?
Need help unravelling the NEW CQC single assessment framework?