Our latest newsletter focuses on how we can attract, support, and develop younger workers entering care. Inside, you’ll find resources and opportunities to strengthen recruitment, induction, and career development for the next generation of professionals.
Read this week’s edition here: https://mailchi.mp/7f8f4fee3011/mile-pathway-29th-september-2025-newsletter
Date: Thursday 30th October or Thursday 11th December 2025
Time: 10:00am – 15:30pm
Delivery mode: Online via Zoom
Cost: £250+VAT per person – 10% discount is available for ASC-WDS account holders.
Suitable for: Leaders, senior leaders and managers.
Please note: Registrations for the October seminar close on Friday 24th October.
Seminar overview:
This session focuses on how to shape a culture where people feel included, supported, and able to thrive. You’ll explore practical tools like the Culture Iceberg model and the positive culture toolkit, and learn how to challenge unhelpful workplace habits while creating space for something better. It’s a chance to reflect, build confidence, and take away ideas you can start using with your team.
Benefits of attending:
As always, What’s New in Adult Social Care brings together training, events, and resources for care teams and managers across Sussex. Here are some of this week’s highlights:
To mark Falls Prevention Week, Digital Care Hub are running a 2 part mini-series on the power of sensor-based technology. Find out more and register by following the links below:
Wellbeing in Focus: Sensor Technology and the Care Journey
Tuesday 23rd September 2025
14:00pm – 15:30pm
Part one of a two-part mini-series exploring the benefits of sensor-based technology from both care organisation and service user perspectives. Includes insights and data from Sensio on wellbeing and sleep, and real experiences from care providers already using this technology. Click here to find out more and register →
Beyond falls: How sensor tech is unlocking safer, calmer care
Wednesday 24th September 2025
14:00pm – 15:30pm
Part two of the mini-series looking beyond falls prevention to the wider benefits of sensor technology, such as improved sleep and wellbeing. Featuring data from Ally Cares, contributions from Care England, and guest talks from providers sharing their experiences. Click here to find out more and register →
The National Activity Providers Association (NAPA) has launched NAPA Learning Space, a new online hub for learning and professional development.
You can now access over 150 flexible, interactive, sector-specific courses designed for activity providers, care teams, and organisations. The courses are CPD-accredited and priced individually, allowing you to choose what suits your needs.
Click here to find out more and register for an account to browse courses and prices →
This week’s focus is on partnership working. Collaboration across health, social care, and local government continues to shape how support is delivered, demonstrating how stronger connections across our sector can help us meet challenges, share learning, and improve outcomes for the people we support.
In this issue, we highlight networking and learning opportunities for care managers to strengthen effective partnerships, alongside key guidance to support further understanding.
Our focus here is on working with colleagues in health and care. In a future edition, we will look more closely at co-production and working alongside people with lived experience.
These free one-hour virtual workshops are designed to help health and care professionals across the South East strengthen their skills, reflect on their career, and take their next steps with confidence.
Running from October 2025 to March 2026, each session will be delivered via Microsoft Teams and offers practical tools, reflection time, and takeaways to help you put ideas into action. You can join as many sessions as you’d like, as each one stands alone with focused, practical content.
Upcoming sessions:
Answer with Impact – Mastering the STAR Framework for Applications and Interviews
15th October 2025, 12:00pm – 13:00pm
Structure strong responses to common interview questions using the STAR framework and other techniques.
Click here to find out more and book →
Strategic Connections – Networking with Purpose and Ease
4th November 2025, 12:00pm – 13:00pm
Build meaningful professional relationships and approach networking in a way that feels natural.
Click here to find out more and book →
Should I Stay or Should I Go?
11th November 2025, 11:30am – 13:00pm
A reflective workshop using journaling exercises to help you decide whether to re-engage with your current role or move on to something new.
Click here to find out more and book →
Step Into the Role – Thriving in Your Next Position
18th November 2025, 12:00pm – 13:00pm
Navigate transitions, manage expectations, and grow into new roles with confidence.
Click here to find out more and book →
Rewriting the Script – Understanding and Overcoming Your Inner Critic and Imposter Syndrome
26th November 2025, 11:30am – 13:00pm
Identify unhelpful inner narratives and learn practical ways to reframe them so you can move forward with confidence.
Click here to find out more and book →
Professional Presence – Building Your Personal Brand with Integrity
2nd December 2025, 12:00pm – 13:00pm
Develop a professional identity that feels authentic and aligns with your values.
Click here to find out more and book →
CV and Application Writing – Present Your Best Self
12th December 2025, 12:00pm – 13:00pm
Craft strong, tailored CVs and applications that highlight your strengths and align with your goals.
Click here to find out more and book →
Interview Confidence – Show Up, Speak Well, Succeed
16th December 2025, 12:00pm – 13:00pm
Tools and mindset to approach interviews with clarity, poise, and confidence.
Click here to find out more and book →
Career Planning – Design Your Path with Purpose
9th January 2026, 12:00pm – 13:00pm
Explore tools and models like IKIGAI and Squiggly Careers, and reflect on what motivates you.
Click here to find out more and book →
Should I Stay or Should I Go?
25th February 2026, 11:30am – 13:00pm
A second chance to join this reflective journaling workshop to explore your next steps.
Click here to find out more and book →
Rewriting the Script – Understanding and Overcoming Your Inner Critic and Imposter Syndrome
3rd March 2026, 11:30am – 13:00pm
Gain tools to quiet your inner critic and feel more confident in your professional journey.
Click here to find out more and book →
Please note:
As always, What’s New in Adult Social Care brings together training, events, and resources for care teams and managers across Sussex. This week’s edition features a varied mix of local and regional learning opportunities, offering valuable professional development and insights.
Tuesday 11th November 2025, 09:30am – 13:30pm
St Wilfrid’s Hospice Education Team is launching a new, discussion-based workshop exploring the unique experiences and needs of LGBTQ+ people, including trans and gender-diverse individuals, when approaching the end of life. The course is open to all health and social care professionals.
Drawing on Hospice UK’s I Just Want to Be Me report (2023), the Learning Framework for LGBTQ+ Care in Later Life (2023), and other evidence-based guidance, this workshop will help you:
Cost:
In honour of the National Day of Arts in Care Homes on 24th September, this week’s MILE newsletter highlights the role of creativity in care. Creative opportunities can enhance wellbeing, foster connection, and give residents meaningful ways to express themselves and share experiences.
Explore resources and ideas to help you celebrate creativity across your service in this edition →
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