UK Act of Parliament 2017 United Kingdom

Children and Social Work Act 2017

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At a glance

guides: 1

Enforced by

Ofsted, Ofqual, HCPC

Source status

Primary legislation · United Kingdom · In force

Linked content

1 practical guide · 1 step-by-step journey

Key facts and requirements

Specific requirements and data extracted from this legislation.

Care workforce registration portability across UK nations
Social care workforce registration is nation-specific. Staff transferring between UK nations must re-register with the new nation's workforce body. Qualification recognition is not guaranteed and …

Step-by-step journeys using this legislation

Walkthroughs that take you from a real business situation to compliance.

Operating care services across UK national borders

Relevant guidance

Practical guides for businesses affected by this Act.

Operating care services across UK nations: cross-border registration and compliance

Enforcement and responsible bodies

The regulators that administer or enforce this legislation.

Ofsted

Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills

Inspects and regulates services providing education, training, and childcare in England. Inspects schools, colleges, initial teacher training, and children's social care. Registers …

Ofqual

Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation

Regulates qualifications, examinations, and assessments in England. Approves and monitors awarding organisations. Maintains the Register of Regulated Qualifications.

Statutory regulator for 15 health and care professions including physiotherapists, paramedics, occupational therapists, radiographers, dietitians, biomedical scientists, and others. Maintains registers and …