Carers Policy Development Training: Building Carer-Friendly Workplaces
Join Carers Scotland for an in-person Policy Development session tailored for local employers and partners across Dumfries and Galloway. This interactive session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to create a supportive workplace for unpaid carers, fostering both employee wellbeing and business resilience.
What to Expect:
Carer Positive Awareness and Accreditation:
Discover what it means to be a Carer Positive employer, the business case behind it, and the steps to achieve accreditation.
Supporting Carers in the Workplace:
Learn why it’s crucial to develop workplace support for carers, both from a human perspective and an organisational benefit.
Key Legislation and Economic Benefits:
Understand the laws impacting working carers and explore the economic and social advantages of retaining carers within the workforce.
Developing a Carers Policy:
Gain practical guidance on why a carers policy is essential, how to create one, and how to integrate it effectively with other workplace policies.
Best Practice Examples:
Explore what makes a good carers policy and how linking it to broader workplace support can create a carer-friendly environment.
Networking and Q&A:
Following the session, there will be an opportunity to network with fellow employers and partners, share insights, and engage in a Q&A with the Carers Scotland team.
Whether you’re looking to develop your first carers policy or enhance existing support, this session offers practical steps to make your workplace more inclusive and resilient.
Improved Awareness of Carer Positive Accreditation:
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- Participants will gain a clear understanding of what it means to be a Carer Positive employer, including the accreditation process and the business case for achieving this recognition.
Enhanced Knowledge of Workplace Support for Carers:
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- Employers and partners will learn the importance of developing robust support mechanisms for carers within their organisations.
- Understanding of how supportive policies can positively impact both carers’ wellbeing and organisational sustainability.
Understanding of Key Legislation and Benefits:
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- Attendees will leave with a comprehensive overview of relevant legislation affecting working carers, and the economic and social benefits of retaining carers in the workforce.
- Practical insights into how policy compliance can also enhance employee retention and productivity.
Practical Skills in Policy Development:
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- Participants will gain practical knowledge on creating and implementing an effective carers policy, including how to link it to wider workplace policies.
- Clear examples of what a good carers policy looks like, including real-world case studies and templates.
Building Carer-Friendly Workplaces:
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- Employers will learn how to foster a workplace culture that values and supports unpaid carers, making their organisations more inclusive and sustainable.
Networking and Collaboration:
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- The session will provide opportunities to build connections with local employers, partners, and experts from Carers Scotland, fostering collaborative approaches to carer support.
- Q&A opportunities will allow for clarification and discussion of specific challenges faced by participants.
This Carers Policy Development Training Session is designed for:
Employers and HR Professionals:
Those looking to develop or improve workplace policies that support unpaid carers.
Organisations aiming to become Carer Positive accredited.
HR teams seeking practical guidance on integrating carer support within existing policies.
Community and Third Sector Partners:
Organisations that support unpaid carers and want to better understand how to advocate for carer-friendly workplaces.
Partners looking to collaborate to enhance carer support networks.
Business Leaders and Managers:
Those responsible for workplace culture, employee wellbeing, and staff retention.
Managers looking for practical strategies to support employees with caring responsibilities.
This session is ideal for anyone invested in making workplaces more inclusive, resilient, and supportive for unpaid carers.