Active Friendly Support Ltd

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• Our organisation is fully committed to delivering high-quality care through a highly trained, competent, and professionally accredited workforce. All staff complete mandatory statutory training as a minimum requirement. In addition, we ensure that our team members undertake nationally recognised qualifications to maintain excellence, consistency, and regulatory compliance within the social care sector. Core Accredited Qualifications All care staff have successfully completed the Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate (previously known as the Care Certificate). This qualification is accredited and regulated by Ofqual. Forms part of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). Requires both knowledge-based learning and practical observational assessment in the workplace. Ensures consistent national standards in care training and assessment and provides essential, up-to-date knowledge and baseline competencies required to support individuals safely and effectively This qualification demonstrates that our staff meet nationally recognised competency standards and are equipped with the fundamental skills required to deliver person-centred care.
• Specialist Mandatory Training All staff have also completed the The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism, the government’s preferred training programme for health and social care professionals. This training is regulated by Ofqual, Forms part of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). Provides specialist knowledge in supporting individuals with learning disabilities and autism. Promotes inclusive practice, reasonable adjustments and person-centred approaches. Ensures staff understand the needs, rights and experiences of people with learning disabilities and autistic individuals. Completion of this programme ensures our workforce aligns with national best practice standards and legislative expectations.
• Advanced Professional Qualifications In addition to entry-level requirements, members of our team hold recognised Health and Social Care diplomas at various levels, including Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care. Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care. Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care and Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Advanced qualification for leadership and management roles) These qualifications are awarded by accredited awarding organisations recognised by UK government regulatory bodies, are regulated by Ofqual and form part of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) they include advanced study in leadership, safeguarding, governance, risk management, person-centred practice and quality assurance The Level 4 and Level 5 Diplomas are particularly aligned with management and senior leadership responsibilities, ensuring strong oversight, accountability and compliance within our service. Commitment to Quality and Continuous Professional Development Beyond formal qualifications, we promote a culture of continuous professional development (CPD). Staff receive regular refresher training, competency assessments, supervision, and performance reviews to maintain the highest standards of care delivery. By ensuring that all qualifications are nationally accredited, Ofqual-regulated, and aligned with the Regulated Qualifications Framework, we guarantee uniformity, transparency, and excellence in our workforce training standards. This commitment to recognised qualifications and mandatory training directly underpins the quality, safety, and person-centred nature of the services we provide.