A new adult social care workforce strategy has been published which sets out ambitious plans to recruit and retain Cornwall’s care workforce.
The strategy was published by Cornwall Council and sets out actions that will support employers to improve training, career pathways and support for wellbeing that will help attract more people into the care sector.
The release of this strategy anticipates the release of the national care workforce strategy on 18 July.
Cornwall Council cabinet member for adult social care and health, Cllr Andy Virr said:
“Our workforce is our greatest strength and at the heart of all we do. We recognise the significant pressures faced by those delivering care services in Cornwall and the necessity to change the model of care to meet current and future needs.”
“This strategy outlines the ways we will support people to experience good work and deliver excellent social care, giving the right people the right skills in the right place. The workforce should be valued for their contribution within the wider health and care sector.”
Several key strategic priorities have been identified to help deliver on this strategy which include:
- recruitment to address labour shortages and the required workforce growth
- training, qualifications and career progression to ensure a skilled workforce
- improving retention rates, offering secure employment and worker recognition
- promoting health and well-being and equality which is central to building an effective workforce
Cllr Virr added:
“To deliver on these aims will mean working with a wide range of partners including our local NHS partners and care providers. It is a priority for stakeholders to work together to address workforce challenges and we urge them to get in touch if they want to help us deliver the strategy.”
Interested stakeholders can get in touch by emailing: proudtocare@cornwall.gov.uk
Read the strategy in full on the Proud to Care Cornwall website.