227 Policies and Procedures required to legally manage your Homecare Agency in Scotland.
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Referral to the PVG Barring List Policy 1. Purpose {{org_field_name}} is committed to safeguarding the welfare of people we support by ensuring that all employees, volunteers, and contractors meet the highest standards of professional conduct. This policy outlines the legal and procedural requirements for referring individuals to the Protection of […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Managing Redundancy and Employee Support Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to establish a fair, transparent, and legally compliant process for managing redundancies within {{org_field_name}}, ensuring that affected employees are treated with dignity, respect, and support throughout the process. Redundancies may arise due to business restructuring, financial […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Recycling Policy 1. Purpose {{org_field_name}} is committed to environmental sustainability and responsible waste management. This policy outlines the procedures for waste reduction, recycling, and proper disposal of materials to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and best practices. Our approach aligns with the Care Inspectorate Scotland requirements and promotes a sustainable […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Public Holidays Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to outline the procedures and entitlements related to public holidays for employees of {{org_field_name}}, ensuring that operational needs are met while respecting employees’ rights to time off or enhanced pay where applicable. Given the nature of domiciliary care, where […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Restrictive Practices and Physical Interventions Policy 1. Purpose {{org_field_name}} is committed to upholding the rights, dignity, and safety of the people we support by promoting a care environment that is free from unnecessary restrictive practices. This policy outlines our approach to managing restrictive practices and physical interventions in compliance with […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Safe Collection and Handling of Prescriptions Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to ensure the safe, legal, and efficient collection, handling, and delivery of prescriptions within {{org_field_name}}. The policy establishes clear procedures for the collection, storage, and transportation of prescriptions, ensuring compliance with Care Inspectorate Scotland regulations, […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Supporting Service Users with Pets: Risk Assessment and Safety Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to ensure that staff members at {{org_field_name}} safely and effectively support individuals receiving care who own pets, balancing the benefits of pet companionship with health and safety considerations. Pets provide companionship, emotional […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Pest Control Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this Pest Control Policy is to ensure that {{org_field_name}} maintains a hygienic, safe, and pest-free environment in all locations where care services are provided, including service users’ homes and office spaces. Effective pest control is essential in preventing disease, protecting food safety, […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Paternity Leave Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this policy is to outline the entitlements, procedures, and responsibilities regarding paternity leave at {{org_field_name}} in compliance with the Employment Rights Act 1996, the Work and Families Act 2006, the Employment Act 2002, and the Shared Parental Leave Regulations 2014. Paternity leave […]
{{org_field_logo}} {{org_field_name}} Registration Number: {{org_field_registration_no}} Flexible Working and Work-Life Balance Policy 1. Purpose The purpose of this Flexible Working and Work-Life Balance Policy is to create a supportive, inclusive, and balanced work environment that enables employees of {{org_field_name}} to achieve a healthy balance between their professional responsibilities and personal commitments. This policy provides clear guidance […]
