We are working with NHS boards to improve workload and workforce planning to meet the obligations of the Health and Care (Staffing) (Scotland) Act 2019.
The Healthcare Staffing Programme assists boards in meeting their obligations, through:
- education and training
- staffing level tools and methodology development
- tailored support and guidance
Staffing (workload) tools
A suite of staffing level tools is available to help NHS Scotland services plan the number of staff they need
Staffing tools recommendations
Our recommendations to Scottish Ministers on revisions to staffing tools
Safe and effective staffing
Our range of learning resources and toolkits can help you deliver safe care for patients
Learning and development
Further learning and development tools and resources
Healthcare staffing operational framework
The Healthcare staffing operational framework underpins our operational framework
Background
More details on the Health and Care (Staffing) (Scotland) Act 2019
How we can help
Find out your options for getting support from our team