From time to time we have tender opportunities available to support our work.
Tender opportunity - Sector perspectives on workforce regulation in adult social care
Research into the impact of workforce regulation in adult social care
The is conducting research to build a robust evidence base on the impact of workforce regulation within the adult social care sector. Across the UK and Republic of Ireland, approaches to regulating the adult social care workforce vary significantly. Approaches to regulating the workforce vary significantly across the UK and Republic of Ireland, offering a valuable opportunity to learn from different regulatory models and experiences.
Research aims
This research aims to contribute to the evidence base on how workforce regulation affects:
- Public safety
- Professionalism
- Quality of care
- The workforce
The research will explore drivers, benefits, barriers, risks, solutions, enablers, and outcomes associated with the implementation, delivery, and reform of workforce regulation in adult social care.
Sector perspectives phase
We are inviting tenders to deliver the next phase of this multi-phase research study. This phase will focus on gathering insights from adult social care providers and people who draw on care and support, capturing lived experiences and perceptions of workforce regulation across England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland.
The findings will inform future regulation policy and practice, supporting sector reform and the delivery of high-quality care.
Characteristics and experience of applicants
We welcome applications from individuals or organisations with:
- Proven experience in qualitative research and stakeholder engagement
- Working with adult social care providers and people who draw on care and support
- A strong understanding of adult social care and workforce regulation across the UK and Republic of Ireland
- A commitment to ethical research practices.
Key Dates
- ITT issued: 7 November 2025
- Deadline for clarification questions: 19 November 2025
- Responses to questions circulated: 21 November 2025
- Submission deadline: 12 noon, 28 November 2025
- Email for queries and submissions: UK.Team@skillsforcare.org.uk