Kickstart 2025 with FuturU
and Newcross Healthcare
Prepare for the year ahead with early bookings and
the Care Leaders Boot Camp.
Join the FuturU
Boot Camp
Social care leaders face a unique set of challenges. Staff shortages, regulatory compliance, complex care needs, emotional demands and shrinking budgets, to name a few.
That’s why we created FuturU’s Care Leaders Boot Camp.
Over five weeks, you’ll receive ten complimentary emails packed with practical tips to build a motivated team, enhance care quality, and foster a supportive work environment.
Sign up today to become a more effective leader and see the impact!
Book shifts early with Newcross Healthcare
The New Year is the perfect time to Plan, Recharge and Refuel – setting yourself up for a successful year ahead.
Booking shifts early with our partner Newcross Healthcare ensures a smooth, stress-free year and keep organised.
And for every shift booked between now and 31 January, you’ll earn an entry into Newcross Healthcare’s festive prize draw!
Sign up today
What’s actually included?
Good question! Here’s a breakdown of what you can expect from each week of the course:
Week 1: Recruitment
At the heart of exceptional care lies a strong team. And soft skills are the cornerstone of a positive work environment and high-quality care.
So in week one, we’ll delve into the soft skills your team needs, and how to hire for them.
We’ll answer questions like:
- What soft skills does my care home team need?
- How can I develop soft skills in my existing team?
- How should I craft a job description to attract the right candidates?
- How do I spot soft skills in a CV, and during an interview?
- What questions should I ask in an interview to uncover soft skills?
Week 2: Career Development
In week two, we’ll explore the power of career development in creating a thriving care organisation. Together, we’ll explore strategies for developing essential skills, aligning individual goals with organisational objectives, and recognising employee contributions.
We’ll answer questions like:
- What skills does my care home team need?
- How do I develop digital skills in my team?
- How can I have a career conversation with my employee?
- How do I uncover my team’s motivations?
Week 3: Effective Communication
In week three, we’ll master the art of communication to transform interactions and foster a more positive work environment. You’ll learn how to navigate difficult conversations, resolve conflict, and listen actively.
We’ll answer questions like:
- How should I approach a difficult conversation?
- How do I manage conflict?
- What are the benefits of active listening?
- How can I improve my active listening skills?
- How do I overcome listening barriers?
Week 4: Health and Wellbeing
In week four, we’ll turn the spotlight on health and wellbeing, touching on the challenges faced by social care professionals and the role you play supporting them. We’ll explore the importance of self-care for leaders too, and how to identify and address signs of stress and burnout.
We’ll answer questions like:
- What early signs of stress and burnout should I look out for?
- How can I alleviate stress and support my team’s wellbeing?
- Why does self-care matter?
- Where can I find additional resources and support?
Week 5: Work Environment
In the final week of Boot Camp, we’ll show you how to cultivate a culture of open feedback, recognition and appreciation. You’ll discover practical tips to enhance team morale, foster collaboration, and cultivate a culture of open and honest feedback.
We’ll answer questions like:
- What is a feedback culture, and why do I need one?
- How can I create a feedback culture in my care home?
- How do I give actionable feedback?
- How can I create a better working environment for my team?
- Why does recognition matter, and how can I show appreciation?
A whole world of learning
Equip your team to deliver exceptional care with engaging, flexible and affordable online training, available anytime and anywhere.
