Government Launches Major Survey to Capture Care Workers’ Experiences
A comprehensive national survey has been launched to gather insights from care professionals across England, offering workers the opportunity to influence future policy decisions.
The initiative, developed through collaboration between Skills for Care, the Department of Health and Social Care, Ipsos research organisation, and the University of Kent, aims to capture detailed feedback on key workplace issues affecting the adult social care sector.
Care professionals working in all environments – from residential homes and nursing facilities to community settings – are invited to participate in the research. The survey welcomes responses from staff in various roles, including care assistants, senior carers, nurses, managers, personal assistants, and council adult social care employees.
The research explores several critical aspects of care work, including:
- Compensation and employment terms
- Working environment and conditions
- Staff wellbeing and job satisfaction
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Team dynamics and collaborative working
Oonagh Smyth, Chief Executive of Skills for Care, emphasised the importance of widespread participation:
“This survey provides a vital platform for care workers to influence improvements in our sector. The insights gathered will help shape decisions that benefit both care professionals and the people who rely on their support.”
The research has also received backing from Professor Deborah Sturdy, England’s Chief Nurse for Adult Social Care, who highlighted the survey’s potential to drive meaningful change. She noted that responses will directly inform government understanding of what care workers value in their roles and which areas require attention.
The survey is open to anyone who works in a care-related role in adult social care – no matter what your job is. That includes personal assistants too. The more people who take part, the better we can understand what it’s really like to work in care.
If you’re a manager, supervisor or help hire staff, please share the survey with your team too.
This survey was created in partnership with Skills for Care, Department of Health and Social Care, Ipsos and the University of Kent. Care workers interested in participating can access the survey through here https://insights.ipsosinteractive.com/mrIWeb/mrIWeb.dll
The research is expected to provide valuable data to support evidence-based policy decisions affecting the care workforce.
