ClinicalTemps

18/09/2026

In partnership with the Joshua Masilela Foundation, we have been continuing our support for the Ntshamathe Clinic and the vital work they do for the community in Sigola, Zimbabwe.

Our support so far has included medical supplies, equipment and resources to help with the clinic’s day-to-day running, as well as practical items for patients and families.

This year, we are supporting an important project that the local community has wanted to achieve for many years: building accommodation for the healthcare professionals working at the clinic.

Suitable accommodation will help attract and retain skilled professionals, allowing them to live closer to the clinic and the community they serve.

We are providing the builder, materials and tools needed to help bring the project to life. But this is very much a community project too. People in the local community are coming together to make the bricks themselves, contributing their own time, skills and effort to help build something that will belong to their community for years to come.

This is a very special project. It is not simply a building being provided to the clinic. It is something the community has come together to make happen, and that we are honoured to support. What is being built today will become a lasting legacy for the clinic, the healthcare professionals who work there and the generations of people who will rely on its services.

In March 2027, the new staff quarters will be ready to open. We look forward to sharing more of the journey as this special project reaches this important milestone.

17/09/2026

Today is World Patient Safety Day, a day that highlights something at the heart of every care environment: keeping people safe.

Safe care depends on many things, but skilled and reliable professionals are an essential part of it.

It is about being attentive, communicating clearly, recognising when something has changed and having the confidence to speak up when a concern needs to be addressed.

For us, quality staffing is not simply about filling a shift. It is about connecting care services with qualified, vetted and experienced professionals who understand the responsibility that comes with their role, who bring the right experience to the environment they are working in and who take the quality and safety of care seriously.

We believe the right professional is more than a number on a staffing rota. They bring reliability, awareness, good judgement and a commitment to working as part of the wider care team.

Because behind every safe care environment are people who understand that what they do matters, and who take that responsibility seriously.

16/09/2026

Tomorrow is National Su***de Memorial Day for Health and Care Workers, a day to remember those we have lost and recognise the pressures that can come with caring for others.

Working in health and social care can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be emotionally demanding.

Behind every healthcare professional is a person, with their own experiences, pressures, responsibilities and challenges outside of work.

Care professionals need to be well supported too. Creating supportive workplaces matters. So does checking in with colleagues, making space after difficult situations and making it easier to ask for help when it is needed.

There is no weakness in saying, “I’m struggling.” Sometimes, starting the conversation is the most important step.

Those who care for others deserve care and support too.

14/09/2026

Today marks the start of National Inclusion Week, an opportunity to think about what inclusion really looks like in our workplaces and communities.

Inclusion can be found in the everyday things we do: listening to different perspectives, making space for people to express themselves, being open to different ways of working and making sure people feel comfortable being themselves.

We are proud of the diversity within our teams, including the different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds and ways of thinking that people bring. These differences can strengthen communication, collaboration and the way we work together.

Everyone should feel that they belong, that their voice matters and that there is a place for them in the community.

13/09/2026

Today is World Sepsis Day, raising awareness of a life-threatening response to infection and the importance of recognising deterioration.

In the care sector being alert to changes in someone's condition is an important part of safe care.

Sepsis can be difficult to recognise, and symptoms can vary. Knowing what is normal for someone, noticing when something has changed and having the confidence to raise a concern can all matter.

Trust your clinical judgement. If something doesn't feel right, speak up and seek the appropriate support.

10/09/2026

Sometimes, people can be struggling more than we realise. They may not know how to say what they are feeling, or may worry about how others will respond.

So ask. Check in. Listen.

You do not need to have the right words or know how to fix things. Sometimes simply letting someone know that you are there, listening without judgement and helping them find support can make a difference.

And if you are struggling yourself, please don't feel that you have to carry it alone. Talking to someone you trust can be a first step.

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To anyone affected by su***de, whether you’re missing someone you’ve lost, struggling with suicidal thoughts yourself or supporting someone who is going through it right now – we’re thinking of you this World Su***de Prevention Day.

Just a reminder that if you find World Su***de Prevention Day hard, for any reason, it really is OK to switch off from social media tomorrow. Take care of yourselves 💚

We’re always here to talk on 116 123 📱

08/09/2026

We think this is a fantastic initiative to bring the local community together and open up conversations around dementia.

A great opportunity to learn more, share experiences and gain a better understanding of dementia. Well worth going along if you’re local.

Next week we're opening our doors for an informal evening to learn a little more about dementia, share experiences and talk about how we can support people living with dementia in our local community.

Whether you have personal experience of dementia, support someone living with it, or simply want to understand more, you’re very welcome to join us.

Our Head of Operations, John, will be hosting the evening, bringing more than 26 years of experience in health and social care, including specialist experience in dementia care.

There’ll be plenty of opportunity to ask questions, share experiences and have a chat over a cup of tea and some cake.

We’d love to see you there.

30/08/2026

National Grief Awareness Day is a reminder that grief can affect everyone, and that there is no single way to experience it.

Grief can change how we feel, behave and interact with the world around us. Sometimes it is obvious, and sometimes it is much harder to see.

For those working in health and social care, grief can sometimes be part of the work too. We build relationships with the people we support, and experiencing illness, deterioration or loss can have an impact.

Being professional does not mean being unaffected.

We cannot always know what someone is carrying, which is why patience, understanding and kindness matter.

There is always room for kindness when someone is finding things difficult.

It can feel hard to talk about grief, but National Grief Awareness Day is changing the conversation. Learn more about the day and 9 tips to support yourself or others.

28/08/2026

Today is Makaton International Awareness Day, and the team in the office have been learning a few signs.

Today reminds us that communication is about much more than spoken words.

For some people, signs and symbols can provide another way to express their needs, choices and feelings, and to understand the people around them.

Understanding different ways of communicating can make a real difference. It can help to reduce frustration, build trust and support greater choice and independence.

Many of the professionals we work with are skilled in Makaton, and we regularly hear positive feedback about the difference these skills can make in supporting communication and helping people feel understood.

Good communication starts with meeting people where they are.

10/08/2026

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