Mentoring and Leadership Development
Islington Council is discussing staff support and apprenticeships to address its children's workforce crisis.
Islington Council is implementing a strategy to address a critical shortage in its children's workforce, as reported in October 2026. This includes expanding apprenticeships and enhancing staff support. The Children and Young People Scrutiny Committee reviewed progress on recommendations aimed at attracting, growing, and sustaining a skilled workforce.
Councillor Fin Craig, Chair of the committee, highlighted the importance of a happy, committed workforce for the success of children's services. No upcoming meetings are currently listed where this topic is scheduled for further discussion.
Key facts
- Islington Council is implementing a strategy to address a critical shortage in its children's workforce. Source
- The strategy includes expanding apprenticeships and enhancing staff support. Source
- The Children and Young People Scrutiny Committee reviewed progress on workforce recommendations in October 2026. Source
- Councillor Fin Craig highlighted the importance of a happy, committed workforce. Source
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