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Northern Ireland Social Care Council
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We help build a strong, professional social work and social care workforce by setting standards of conduct and practice and supporting professional development.
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Social Care Practitioners need to be valued, supported, and equipped with the right learning, skills, and recognition for the essential contribution they can make to people’s lives.

Learn more >> https://careinpractice.niscc.info/about

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#CareInPractice #Yes2SocialCare
Northern Ireland Social Care Council's Care in Practice framework screen showing four selectable levels for social care roles.
February 10, 2026 at 2:03 PM
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The Northern Ireland Social Care Council has withdrawn from the social media platform X. You can engage with us through our website at www.niscc.info, the Learning Zone, the Social Care Council App and/or on our other social media channels:

• Facebook
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Bluesky
• Threads
Northern Ireland Social Care Council announces ending posts on X but remains active on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and a butterfly icon platform.
February 9, 2026 at 2:03 PM
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Join the conversation and register for the ESN–EY Webinar: Future-Proofing Social Services: Innovation Amid Workforce Shortages.

📅 Monday, 9 February
⏰ 11:00 AM

👉 Register here: https://www.esn-eu.org/events/future-proofing-social-services-innovation-amid-workforce-shortages
Webinar announcement on future-proofing social services amid workforce shortages, hosted by European Social Network and EY on 9 February 2026.
February 6, 2026 at 3:01 PM
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Our next lunchtime seminar focuses on guiding and supporting social workers — helping them thrive in their role.
10 February | 12:00–1:30pm

Book your free place here: https://niscc.info/events/lunchtime-seminar-guidance-on-supporting-social-workers-helping-social-workers-thrive-in-their-role/
Lunchtime seminar by Northern Ireland Social Care Council on supporting social workers, scheduled for 10 February 2026, 12-1:30pm.
February 4, 2026 at 12:00 PM
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Great engagement at our Apprenticeship Event today through interactive table exercises and a lively Q&A.

Discussions and shared insights on apprenticeships, their alignment with the Care in Practice Framework, and how they can support and strengthen the social care workforce.

#NIAW2026
February 3, 2026 at 3:01 PM
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Catherine Magee from the Department of Economy describing the role of Apprenticeships.
Find out more about Apprenticeships, click the following link here >>
https://www.economy-ni.gov.uk/articles/northern-ireland-apprenticeship-week-2026-invest-talent-your-future-business

#NIAW2026 #Yes2SocialCare
February 3, 2026 at 11:55 AM
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The team are all set up at Dunsilly Hotel for the Apprenticeship event - Empowering Social Care: Apprenticeships for the Social Care Workforce

For more information about Apprenticeship week, click the link here >>
https://ow.ly/pa0y50Y8252

#NIAW2026 #Yes2SocialCare
February 3, 2026 at 10:24 AM
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Considering a career in social work or social care?

Come and chat with our team to learn more and take the first step towards your future.

#Yes2SocialWork #Yes2SocialCare
Northern Ireland Social Care Council careers fair events on 4 and 19 February at Down Leisure Centre, Theatre at the Mill, and Aurora Aquatic Complex.
February 2, 2026 at 2:01 PM
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Our next lunchtime seminar focuses on guiding and supporting social workers — helping them thrive in their role.

10 February | 12:00–1:30pm

Book your free place here: https://niscc.info/events/lunchtime-seminar-guidance-on-supporting-social-workers-helping-social-workers-thrive-in-their-role/
Lunchtime seminar by Northern Ireland Social Care Council on supporting social workers, scheduled for 10 February 2026, 12-1:30pm.
January 29, 2026 at 10:30 AM
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Are you a social care practitioner? Have you explored the Care in Practice (CiP) Framework yet?

Find out more here ➡️ https://niscc.info/care-in-practice-framework-sent-to-all-social-care-employers-in-northern-ireland/
Diagram showing the Social Care career progression from Entrance Level Practitioner to Manager with corresponding qualification levels 2 to 7.
January 28, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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There is still time to reserve your place on our 28 January Lunchtime Seminar.

Click here for full details >>> https://ow.ly/UpHx50Y07wB



Group of professionals discussing documents and laptops during a seminar on post-qualifying education factors.
January 26, 2026 at 11:20 AM
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Have you signed up for our next #LunchtimeSeminar?

Post-qualifying education is an important part of the social work journey - discover more about the challenges it presents to practice in this important seminar on 28 January here.

Click here for full details >>> https://ow.ly/zI4R50XZxJO

Group of professionals discussing documents and laptops during a seminar on post-qualifying education factors.
January 20, 2026 at 11:30 AM
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We have increased capacity for our February #ApprenticeshipWeek2026 event so there are still places available to book.

To find out more visit our events page here >>> https://niscc.info/events/save-the-date-empowering-social-care-apprenticeships-for-the-social-care-workforce-2/

#Yes2SocialCare
Northern Ireland Social Care Council promoting apprenticeships for social care workforce on 3 February at Dunsilly Hotel, Antrim.
January 19, 2026 at 10:28 AM
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There's still time to sign up for Thursday's Lunchtime Seminar - Protecting Animals, Protecting People.

For fulll details just click this link - https://niscc.info/events/lunchtime-seminar-protecting-people/

#LunchtimeSeminar #Yes2SocialWork
Child holding a small black dog, promoting a seminar on protecting animals and people in social work and care.
January 13, 2026 at 11:00 AM
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Have you signed up for one of our #LunchtimeSeminars yet? We have a range of new events to help support you in your practice and learning.
Visit our events page to view the full list and to sign up.

Click the link >>> https://niscc.info/events/

#Learning #Yes2SocialWork #Yes2SocialCare
Northern Ireland Social Care Council Lunchtime Seminar event logo on dark blue background.
January 12, 2026 at 10:11 AM
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We would love for you to join us for one of our employer-focused events exploring apprenticeships in social care as part of Northern Ireland Apprenticeship Week 2026.

Visit our events page here - www.niscc.info/events
2026 upcoming events on 2nd and 3rd February at Silverbirch Hotel Omagh and Dunsilly Hotel Antrim by NI Social Care Council for Apprenticeship week 2026
January 6, 2026 at 2:51 PM
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Join us for the first Lunchtime Seminar of 2026.

This Lunchtime Seminar is free and open to anyone to join – just click on this link to find out more - https://niscc.info/events/lunchtime-seminar-protecting-people/

#LunchtimeSeminar
Child holding a small black dog, promoting a social care seminar on protecting animals and people in social work.
January 5, 2026 at 2:59 PM
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Our offices will be closed over the Christmas and New Year period from: 25 December 2025, 2 January 2026.
Services, including fee payment and registration renewal, will remain accessible through;

Our portal > https://portal.niscc.org/
Social Care Council app > https://niscc.info/your-app/
Northern Ireland Social Care Council holiday closure notice with festive snowflakes and reindeer on blue background.
December 22, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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Social Workers and Social Care Practitioners can play a vital role in both recognising those at risk of homelessness and preventing it. See the following resources for guidance below,

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December 5, 2025 at 12:07 PM
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Are you looking to start a career in social care?

The Level 2 Certificate in Safe and Effective Practice is the entrance level qualification available for social care practitioners.

Learn more here > https://careinpractice.niscc.info/entrance-level-social-care-practitioner

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Diagram showing the Care in Practice Framework with career progression from Entrance Level Social Care Practitioner to Social Care Manager/Leader and corresponding qualification levels.
December 3, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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In our #PathwayToSocialWork video series, you’ll hear from inspiring social workers as they share their unique routes into the profession.

Learn more today about Social Work>>> https://bit.ly/40TKgEQ
December 2, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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A fantastic opportunity for care home and domiciliary staff today – winter flu vaccinations are being offered at the Social Care Managers’ Forum for all social care workers in the local area.

#Yes2SocialCare #SCMF2025 #WinterVaccines #FluVaccines #PHA

November 27, 2025 at 4:38 PM
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It’s so important to have our Interactive exercises at our Social Care Managers’ Forums to hear your voice and what we can do to make your roles easier.

Today we discussed our digital learning strategy hearing great feedback from each table around the room.

@DOH

#Yes2SocialCare #SCFM2025
November 27, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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Great to have Suzanne McStravick with us today delivering an informative presentation, giving tips for coaching and mentoring in social care.

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#Yes2SocialCare #SCMF2025
Suzanne McStravick delivering an informative presentation, giving tips for coaching and mentoring in social care.
November 27, 2025 at 12:13 PM
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Dr. Shirley Boyle presented the initial findings from the survey of social care practitioners in children’s services today.

Department of Health #OpenUniveersity

#Yes2SocialCare #SCMF2025
November 27, 2025 at 11:50 AM