Ethical Workforce Solutions - Award Winning Training

31/03/2026

A brilliant end to our third Get Ready for Social Care week in Colwyn Bay🎉

Huge congratulations to every learner who took part. You all worked hard, supported each other, and every single person passed and achieved their certificates. A proper feel-good finish to an intense five days.
To celebrate, Ash booked out the balcony at Wetherspoons in Colwyn Bay and treated everyone to lunch, complete with celebratory balloons and a big “Congratulations”.

Pictured here with the learners are Janet, Jane, Ash and Stuart, marking the end of a great week.

Delivered by Ethical Workforce Solutions in partnership with Conwy Employment Hub, and funded by the UK Government through the Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). Another successful cohort, and another group of people ready for their next step👏🎈

29/03/2026

British Summer Time: That Glorious 48 Hours We All Pretend Is Mediterranean!

There’s something uniquely optimistic about British Summer Time. The clocks go forward, the evenings get lighter, and suddenly the entire nation believes we live in southern Europe 🌞

The first hint of sunshine and it’s absolute scenes. Shorts appear. Barbecues are dusted off. Someone confidently says, “It’s 18 degrees — that’s basically Spain.” It isn’t. But we admire the commitment 🇪🇸

Parks fill up within minutes. Supermarkets sell out of burgers. Beer gardens become the most important cultural institutions in the country. Even the humble patch of grass outside an office block becomes “a lovely little sun trap” 🍻

Of course, this is Britain — so we remain realistic. Sunglasses on, coat still within arm’s reach. Because at any moment, the sky may darken, the temperature may drop 7 degrees, and someone will mutter, “Well… that was summer then.” 🌦️

And yet, every year, we do it again. We celebrate the lighter evenings. We plan seaside trips. We insist on eating outside, even when it’s slightly too breezy. It’s tradition. It’s optimism. It’s beautifully, stubbornly British.

Long live British Summer Time — may it be sunny, may it be warm, and may the rain at least wait until we’ve finished the barbecue 🍔🌤️

20/03/2026

Thank you to Marcus and Jane at Moorcroft Residential Care Home for the opportunity for us to share hints and tips to solve moving and handling conundrums. This is what the EWS team specialise in and we are grateful to our loyal customers... especially as the sun is out! 🌞

20/03/2026

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19/03/2026

📻 Coming soon on "Radio Wishing Well", Trafford General Hospital! 📻

Matt Carroll and Ash Nelson are excited to launch their new radio show, "The Health Corner", which will be broadcast on "Radio Wishing Well" at Trafford General Hospital starting Thursday 26th March 2026 from 1pm to 2pm! 🥳🍾

Our first guests will be from Andy's Man Club and the theme will be "Men's Mental Health". We hope you can join us, either at the time or via the podcast which will be published at https://radiowishingwell.com/ 📻

17/03/2026

☘️ St Patrick’s Day in the UK – More Than Just Green Beer!

Every year on 17th March, the UK gets a little greener, a little louder, and a lot more cheerful. St Patrick’s Day might honour Ireland’s patron saint, but it’s very much part of the celebration calendar across the whole of the UK ☘️

From Belfast to Birmingham, Cardiff to London, people dust off their brightest green outfits, hunt down a shamrock, and prepare for a day that’s equal parts tradition and good-natured fun. Even those who can’t trace a single Irish relative suddenly feel 12% more Irish for the day 🍀

The story behind it all goes back to Saint Patrick, who is said to have brought Christianity to Ireland and famously used the shamrock to explain the concept of the Holy Trinity. Whether you’re in it for the history or just the atmosphere, there’s something quite lovely about a day that’s rooted in storytelling and heritage.

Across the UK, many towns light up landmarks in green, local pubs host Irish music nights, and you’re never far from the sound of a fiddle or the sight of someone attempting an enthusiastic (if slightly uncoordinated) jig 🎻

In places like London and Manchester, parades and festivals bring communities together, celebrating Irish culture, food and music. It’s a reminder of the deep Irish connections woven throughout British history and society.

And let’s be honest — it’s also a brilliant excuse to check in with friends, enjoy a bit of craic, and brighten up what can otherwise be a very grey March day 🌦️

However you mark it this year, whether it’s a quiet nod to tradition or a full-on green wardrobe commitment, here’s to good company, good humour, and a touch of Irish spirit.

Happy St Patrick’s Day! ☘️🎉

16/03/2026

Nurses and care staff in Llandudno were updating their Sepsis Awareness and NEWS2 scoring skills at today's practical training. Using clinical monitoring equipment and NEWS2 charts on each other, staff:

🩺 Took blood pressures
💗 Checked pulse and heart rates
🌡️ Monitored temperatures
🫁 Counted respiration rates
🤕 Checked consciousness level against the ACVPU scale

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16/03/2026

We were proud to attend the National Care Forum / Skills for Care Managers Conference 2026 at Wyboston Lakes, where we had the opportunity to meet registered managers from across the sector and showcase some of the specialist training and consultancy services we offer at Ethical Workforce Solutions.

It was a brilliant couple of days filled with valuable conversations, new connections- Head over to our website to read more...

Ethical Workforce Solutions exhibited at the Skills for Care Managers Conference 2026 at Wyboston Lakes Resort, meeting registered managers and showcasing specialist adult social care training and consultancy services.

15/03/2026

Mothering Sunday in the UK: A Little History (and a Lot of Love)

Mothering Sunday isn’t just a day for last-minute petrol station flowers and “world’s best mum” mugs (although we fully support both). It actually has roots going back hundreds of years in the UK. 🌸

Traditionally celebrated on the fourth Sunday of Lent, Mothering Sunday began as a religious occasion. People would return to their “mother church” — the main church or cathedral in their area — for a special service. For many young people working away from home (often in service), this was one of the few days they were allowed to visit their families. A rare day off and a trip home? That’s worth celebrating. 🚶‍♀️

Over time, the day naturally became associated with honouring mothers themselves. Children would pick wildflowers on the way home to gift to their mums — the original bouquet-on-a-budget. 🌼

By the early 20th century, the tradition had blended with the more modern idea of Mother’s Day, inspired in part by celebrations in the United States. But here in the UK, we kept the older name and tied it to Lent, which is why the date changes every year.

Today, Mothering Sunday is all about showing appreciation — whether that’s with a big Sunday roast, breakfast in bed (slightly burnt toast included), a heartfelt card, or simply a phone call. It’s a moment to pause and say thank you to mums, grandmas, step-mums, guardians, and anyone who’s played that caring role. 💐

However you’re celebrating, we hope your Mothering Sunday is filled with kindness, laughter, and maybe a well-earned cup of tea that’s still actually hot. ☕

Happy Mothering Sunday! 💗

14/03/2026

😴 World Sleep Day 😴

Permission granted to talk about naps in a professional capacity today ✔️💤

Sleep isn’t lazy — it’s essential. Better focus, better mood, better decisions… and fewer “I need another coffee” moments ☕😅

A good night’s sleep supports heart health, mental wellbeing and overall resilience 🌙💙

So tonight, power down the screens, fluff the pillows and give your body the recharge it deserves 🔌🛏️

Because well-rested people do amazing things ✨

13/03/2026

💜 World Kidney Day 💜

Our kidneys are absolute multitaskers — filtering, balancing, regulating… all without asking for applause 👏🩺

Today’s a gentle reminder to stay hydrated, keep active and look after the organs that quietly look after you 💧🚶‍♂️

Small habits make a big difference — a glass of water, a balanced meal, a blood pressure check ✔️🥗

Let’s raise a (water) glass to healthy kidneys and healthier futures 🥂💜

13/03/2026

What a brilliant enrolment day 🙌 We had a really positive turnout, with lots of enthusiastic people signing up for our FREE / fully funded 5-day Get Ready for Social Care course, starting Monday 23 March in Colwyn Bay.

Today Iestyn and Alice from Conwy Employment Hub, and Jane from Ethical Workforce Solutions, were on hand to welcome people, answer questions, and help everyone get registered.

This programme has been a real success in previous rounds. We have seen learners finish the week with new confidence, recognised certificates, and a clear next step towards work in care. We will be sharing a few photos from past cohorts too, including learners receiving their certificates, because it is always such a proud moment.

And if you are a Conwy resident thinking about a career in care, there is good news. There are still a few spaces left on the upcoming course, so if you have been thinking “maybe”, this is a great time to jump in.

Funded by the UK Government through the Shared Prosperity Fund.

Course starts: Monday 23 March (5 days)
Location: Ethical Workforce Solutions, Colwyn Bay (opposite the train station)
Register or enquire via Conwy Employment Hub: CEH@conwy.gov.uk

Phone: 07743 170895