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Voluntary care organisations
26/10/2004
Voluntary sector organisations across Scotland are being
urged to apply for a share of £1 million to help develop
staff skills and improve the lives of vulnerable children
and adults.
The funding is part of a three year package which has
already helped 63 Scottish voluntary care groups train
staff to meet the Scottish Social Services Council's
standards for registration.
The Voluntary Sector Development Fund was announced in
January 2004 following discussions at the Education,
Training and Development Working Group, a sub group of the
National Workforce Group chaired by Euan Robson, Deputy
Minister for Education and Young People.
The Working Group is developing a national training
strategy aimed at achieving a competent and confident
workforce.
Mr Robson said:
"Voluntary organisations link with local authority staff
to support some of our most vulnerable adults and children.
It is vital that we support them by ensuring they can
develop their skills.
"By applying for their share of the £1 million
organisations can ensure that they are well-prepared to
meet the challenges of caring for some of the most
vulnerable in our society."
The closing date for receipt of applications will is
Friday November 26, 2004.
Applicants should contact Gwen Smith for further
information at
Area 1F-South,
Victoria Quay,
Edinburgh,
EH6 6QQ
Tel: 0131-244 3737
Gwen.Smith@scotland.gsi.gov