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Manage your care teams’ Onboarding, Continuing Professional Development, Reward & Recognition and much more …
Save time, reduce admin, and automate essential processes.
The Care Handbook
Discover The Care Handbook, a comprehensive social care app designed to streamline your organisation’s socialisation* processes.
What is work socialisation
*Work Socialisation - The process of learning to labour in paid employment and conforming to the associated ideological structures: internalising the norms, values and culture of the workplace.
Provider Built,
Provider Driven
Empower your staff to excel with our social care app – The Care Handbook – fostering excellence and engagement.
Our solution provides the tools and resources needed for both new and existing staff members to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, and behaviours to excel in your organisation.
Built by care providers, for care providers, the Care Handbook has a wealth of experience and expertise behind it. With 30 years experience in the care industry, Leadership and Management Award and two Investors in People Gold Awards, you can trust that the Care Handbook is a top-notch solution for enhancing the effectiveness and engagement of your staff. Get started today and help your staff reach their full potential with the Care Handbook Social Care App!
Some of The Issues We Faced
Onboarding new care workers required hours of printing and completing paperwork, making the process inefficient and time-consuming!
e-Learning courses lacked personalisation, failing to reflect the organisation's specific values and practices!
Frequent interruptions and high printing costs arose whenever colleagues needed to complete a simple form!
Regular updates to the PDF staff handbook were needed to keep up with ever-changing legislation and best practice, making it time-consuming to maintain!
Lost or damaged ID badges required frequent and costly replacements, causing unnecessary expenses and administrative hassle!
Recognition of staff achievements wasn’t always communicated widely enough, limiting visibility and inclusivity!
Our Feature Packed Solutions
An essential multi-media care encyclopedia for Care Workers so they can provide the very best care possible.
Insert your Organisation’s Policies & Procedures and use your branding to make The Care Handbook unique to you.
Simply complete the information required and your Care staff have an instant digital ID Badge.
Online operational checklists and real-time read and sign forms delivered straight to your Managers inbox in seconds.
Complete mandatory training then continue with our range of CPD courses which are personalised to your Organisation.
Notice Board and Push Notifications
Always reach your whole team with a message board and notifications that pop up on their mobile phones.
Recognise success, increase engagement and reinforce caring Values.
Activity Feed
A fully functioning social feed, enabling engagement and Reward & Recognition.
Take A Quick Look
Care Worker's Handbook
Empower your Care Workers with the knowledge they need to provide the highest quality care.
Our multi-media encyclopedia is a crucial resource, offering comprehensive information on a wide range of topics.
From Alzheimer’s to Zimmer Frames, your team will have access to the answers they need to further their continuing professional development (CPD). Ensure that your Care Workers are equipped with the knowledge and resources they need to provide the best care possible.
Organisation Customisation
No more issuing Policies, Procedures or Company information by emailing PDFs!
Effortlessly integrate and stay on top of your organisation’s policies & procedures using our intuitive management interface.
You can also tailor our social care app to reflect your organisation’s unique branding.
From the Digital ID badge to the ‘Meet the Team’ page, we ensure a distinctive experience for your staff, leaving no room for confusion about who they are working with.
Digital ID Badge for Social Care Staff
Our social care app revolutionises ID badge systems, eliminating traditional hassles.
Our solution eliminates the need for printing and reissuing lost or damaged plastic badges, making your life easier.
All you need to do is input the necessary information for each team member into our system, and voilà – they’ll instantly have a custom ID Badge that they can access from their device.
Best of all, our ID Badge is fully customisable to match your organisation’s corporate branding, ensuring that your team always presents a professional and cohesive image.
CPD Records
Streamline Your Team’s Professional Development with Our CPD Record Tool
As a manager or business owner in Health and Social Care, you understand the importance of continuous professional growth for your team. Our CPD Record tool is designed to simplify this process for you and your staff. This intuitive tool assists in maintaining an up-to-date and comprehensive training log for each member of your team.
Effortlessly monitor their participation in training courses, workshops, seminars, e-Learning, conferences, and events throughout the year. It’s an effective, straightforward solution for managing your team’s professional development, ensuring they stay informed and skilled in their roles.
Paperless Forms for Social Care Businesses
Streamline your operational processes with our online checklists and real-time forms, and a read-and-sign feature for all policies and procedures.
All social care business forms are linked directly to each Care Worker’s record, and can be easily accessed and monitored by the Manager through a centralised Dashboard.
With forms ranging from Holiday Request, Absence Request, First Response, Safeguarding, Uniform Order, Gifts and Gratuities, and many others, you can ensure that all important information is captured and stored in one place.
In addition, we also offer a comprehensive suite of Supervision and Reflection forms, allowing you to track progress and continuously improve your operations. Simplify your processes and stay organised with our solution!
e-Learning Suite
Revolutionise employee training with our innovative solution.
The future of work-based learning is here. Our social care app blends seamlessly with your workflow, offering an on-demand, user-friendly training experience that empowers your team.
We understand that field workers are often busy and on-the-go. That’s why flexibility and accessibility are at the forefront of our design.
Start by completing the Mandatory Training Programme (which is mapped to the Care Certificate), and then continue to expand your knowledge with our growing library of modules. Stay ahead of the curve and mobilise your employee training with our cutting-edge solution.
Values & Employee Recognition
Celebrate success, boost engagement, and reinforce your company values with the Handbook’s Activity Feed.
This feature serves as a platform to recognise and acknowledge all types of accomplishments, from completing a course to celebrating a birthday or giving a special shout-out.
By recognising and appreciating the achievements of your team, you can increase engagement, foster a positive work culture, and reinforce your company values. The Handbook’s Activity Feed is an easy and effective way to show your team that their contributions are valued and appreciated.
Easy to use Interface
Experience the ease and efficiency of managing your operations with the Care Handbook’s user-friendly interface for managers.
Designed with simplicity and functionality in mind, our solution makes it effortless, efficient, and enjoyable to manage your care operations.
Say goodbye to complex and cumbersome management tools. The Care Handbook offers a straightforward and intuitive interface that streamlines your operations, saving you time and improving your overall experience. Start enjoying the benefits of seamless management today with the Care Handbook!
What Our Clients Say
“We’ve been using the Care Handbook for more than a year now. I haven’t seen anything like it before. It’s very handy, innovative and most importantly user friendly.”
5/5
Bekkie
Registered Manager
“We’ve been using the Care Handbook for nearly a year. It has become integral in how we reward and recognise out team members. Everyone loves it”
5/5
kim
Registered Manager
“While looking at various Social Care Apps we came across The Care Handbook. It has transformed our care business and made a big difference for us. I was pleasantly surprised to find such a unique system and definitely recommend this social care app to others in the home care sector.”
5/5
Mark
Nominated Individual
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✅ Carejobs enhanced listings
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❌ Full Policy Library
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❌ Multi Branch Support
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* 1-50 Users: £180/month
* 51-100 Users: £230/month
* 101-200 Users:£280/month
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* 51-100 Users: £230/month
* 101-200 Users:£280/month
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✅ Limited Policy Templates
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❌ Full Policy Library
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❌ Multi Branch Support
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* 1-50 Users: £210/month
* 51-100 Users: £260/month
* 101-200 Users: £310/month
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* 51-100 Users: £260/month
* 101-200 Users: £310/month
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✅ Set Up and Training
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✅ Carejobs enhanced listings
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✅Limited Policy Templates
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✅Full Policy Library
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✅ Multi Branch Support
Arrange a Demo
* 1-50 Users: £240/month
* 51-100 Users: £290/month
* 101-200 Users: £340/month
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* 51-100 Users: £290/month
* 101-200 Users: £340/month
excl. VAT
The Care Handbook vs. Other Platforms: A Smarter Investment
| Feature | Care Handbook | e-Learning Platform | HR Platform (Core) | Policies Platform (Essentials) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Policy Templates | ✅ Yes | ❌ No | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| E-learning & Compliance Training | ✅ Included | ✅ Included | ❌ No Training | ❌ No Training |
| HR & Workforce Management | ✅ Basic HR Tools | ❌ No HR Tools | ✅ Full HR System | ❌ No HR Tools |
| Recruitment & Refer-a-Friend | ✅ CareJobs.org.uk enhanced listings | ❌ No Recruitment Tools | ❌ No Recruitment Tools | ❌ No Recruitment Tools |
| Supervision & Performance Tracking | ✅ Included | ❌ No Supervision Tracking | ❌ No Supervision Tracking | ❌ No Supervision Tracking |
| Risk Assessments | ✅ Limited to HR | ❌ No Risk Assessments | ✅ Limited to HR | ✅ Included |
| Audit & Compliance Monitoring | ✅ Basic Compliance Tracking | ❌ No Compliance Monitoring | ✅ HR Compliance Only | ✅ Compliance Focused |
| Annual Leave & Absence Tracking | ✅ Leave Requests | ❌ No Leave Tracking | ✅ Included | ❌ No Leave Tracking |
| Staff Engagement | ✅ Reward and Recognition | ❌ No Engagement Features | ❌ No Engagement Features | ❌ No Engagement Features |
| Learning Management System | ✅ Dynamic | ✅ Generic | ❌ No | ❌ No |
| Digital ID Badges | ✅ Pioneered in 2020 | ❌ Not Available | ❌ Not Available | ❌ Not Available |
| Digital Forms | ✅ More than 60 Pre-Built & Customisable Digital Forms | ❌ Not Available | ❌ Not Available | ✅ Form Builder (Requires Manual Setup) |
| Staff Notice Board | ✅ With email and push notifications | ❌ Not Available | ❌ Not Available | ❌ Not Available |
| Cost for 50 staff (per month) | £180 | £20 | £275 | £225 |
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FAQ
Have more questions? You can book a demo anytime.
Is it a legal requirement to provide staff handbooks?
A staff handbook isn’t a legal requirement, but it’s considered best practice. It helps communicate policies, health and safety, and employment standards clearly to all staff.
Why should I invest in a staff handbook if it isn't a legal requirement?
While optional, the information in a handbook—like health & safety policies—is often legally required. It also ensures staff know their rights and responsibilities.
Can The Care Handbook help me with inspections?
Yes. It helps meet training and supervision requirements under CQC and Welsh regulations by making key policies and inductions easily accessible.
What makes 'The Care Handbook' different to a pdf document that I can just email to staff?
It’s interactive, tracks progress, updates in real time, and includes video and quizzes—unlike static PDFs that can go out of date or be ignored.
Work Socialisation – The process of learning to labour in paid employment and conforming to the associated ideological structures: internalizing the norms, values and culture of the workplace, employing organization, profession, or occupational group; complying with the particular role and functions allocated to the individual worker; and adopting the behaviours preferred by employers (such as punctuality, team spirit, and loyalty). More generally, it involves learning to value the attitudes that reinforce the worth of work in general and the skills involved in doing particular jobs, such as strength, dexterity, numeracy, creativity, analytical abilities, or persuasiveness.
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