Local Authority mandatory return - presentation to help you prepare for the return
The Local Authority returns window is between 9 September – 11 October 2024.
The first step is to make sure someone in your organisation is identified as having responsibility for completing your return and that they can access your account.
Use our slide deck to find out more about what is required and how you can get prepared
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Frequently asked questions to help with your Local Authority return
Who should be included? The return should be a reflection of your adult social care workforce. This is all care providing and non-care providing staff that are employed by your local authority and work within the adult social care sector. It includes ...
Why should we share our data with CQC and local authorities?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) use the data as part of their overall suite of intelligence about adult social care providers and the wider sector. Local authorities would like access to your data to help them monitor where they've made ASC-WDS a ...
How to make the most of your ASC-WDS account?
ASC-WDS provides tools and benefits for your organisation. Training and qualifications You can record all of your staff’s training and qualifications and store certificates. Set different types of training as being mandatory and get alerts when ...
Can I request an extension to the 11th October deadline
If you are not going to be able to complete your return by the deadline of 11th October you must submit an extension request. The form must be sent from your Director's office with a clear action plan noted to ensure your return is carried out. ...
Where is the Bulk upload guidance?
To use bulk upload you will need the latest version of our guidance documents. Please download and save these but check back regularly to ensure you are using the latest version.