Ascend Learning Solutions Ltd

01/04/2026

Cumberland Council to open new children's residential homes

Cumberland Council has announced plans to expand children’s residential care to meet rising demand and keep young people closer to their…

30/03/2026

Do you work in Children’s homes? Who carries out your training?🤔

Alongside working in schools, we also have extensive experience of working in Children’s homes across the UK.

We train your team to create a safe and welcoming environment whilst also knowing what to do when emotions become heightened.

For a free consultation, simply contact the team below.
📞 Tel: 01302 969614
📱 Mob: 07951 056580
📧 Email: info@ascendlearning.co.uk

29/03/2026

Attacks on NHS staff reach three-year high in 'deeply worrying' survey

The poll also revealed less than two thirds of staff would be happy with the standard of care if their friend or relative was a patient.

27/03/2026

Training comes in many sizes and like with most industries, there’s good and bad.
What’s our advice, do your checks!🤔

At Ascend, we receive some superb testimonials from both businesses and individuals, take a look:

⭐ “It was a pleasure meeting Tony for food safety training, comes with a mixture of knowledge, professionalism and banter. Would definitely recommend”⭐

⭐ “Tony was absolutely brilliant! Thorough and informative throughout the whole day. I learnt a lot and gained really valuable skills! Amazing”⭐

We’ve got the skills you seek and people love our training.
📞 Tel: 01302 969614
📱 Mob: 07951 056580
📧 Email: info@ascendlearning.co.uk

25/03/2026

Media reporting is still reinforcing stigma around mental health

Lisa McNally examines how a recent BBC article on fit notes reinforced harmful mental health stigma - and calls on media to do better.

23/03/2026

You could continue as normal or… you could boost your skills!🤩 😀

We are big believers in learning new things so take a look at what we’ve got with our E-Learning packages.

We’ve got everything from courses on customer service to dementia training. Reach out today and take advantage of some special discounts.

Visit ascendlearning.co.uk to schedule your training or call the team 01302 969614

22/03/2026

Rail union threatens strike over violent attacks on staff

The rise in violent attacks on railway workers has prompted talk of strike action over the lack of policing on trains and at stations.

20/03/2026

Until you’ve witnessed it, you’ll be amazed at how quickly fire can spread🔥 🔥 🔥

Our Fire Marshals and Safe Operation of Fire Extinguishers course is designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge to keep your workplace safe and compliant.

Whether you're a designated fire marshal or simply want to enhance your safety awareness, this course is perfect for you.

Keep you and your colleagues safe, visit https://ascendlearning.co.uk/ or call 01302 969614

18/03/2026

London healthcare workers share stories of abuse and attacks on the job

Patients are taking out their frustration over long waits at hospitals on the nearest staff member

16/03/2026

Anxiety among children in the UK is rising sharply, with over 500 children a day now referred to NHS mental health services for anxiety—more than double pre-pandemic levels (source rcpsych.ac.uk).

Our teams work with support workers to give them the tools needed to help our children when life gets a little too much for them.

Visit ascendlearning.co.uk to book your training or call the team 01302 969614

15/03/2026

Man dies in 'workplace incident' at timber firm

It happened at Gilwilly Industrial Estate on Friday, Cumbria Police says.

13/03/2026

It’s sad to see that attacks on teachers by pupils are showing no signs of decreasing.

Ascend Learning Solutions offers Conflict Resolution training to help you manage disagreements constructively and maintain a peaceful environment. Learn effective communication strategies, identify the root causes of conflict, and gain the techniques to de-escalate tensions, whether it's between colleagues or with those in your care. 🤝

🔗 Find out more on our website: https://ascendlearning.co.uk/
📞 Call 01302 969614 to speak with our training experts.