Social Care Nurses Advisory Council (SCNAC’s) - The Social Care Spotlight
Tune in to hear fresh insights from SCNACs chairs and influential figures in social care and beyond. Hosted by The Outstanding Society, the podcast delves into the councils’ evolution, discusses national and local priorities, and explores a shared vision for the future of adult social care.

“It is a measure of the huge value of the Social Care Nursing Advisory Councils that they now have their own podcast, hosted by our friends at The Outstanding Society.
“If you want to find out why these councils came into being, how the voices and expertise of social care nurses are being shared with their clinical counterparts, and why this means more rewarding careers for colleagues and better care for those we support, subscribe now.
“I hope to be a regular guest on the podcast, discussing our shared vision for the sector and inspiring more social care nurses to join their local councils, be active promoters of best practice and celebrate our amazing profession.”
Prof Deborah Sturdy.
Episodes

Friday Feb 28, 2025
Episode 16 - SCNAC Progress & Impact 6 months on.
Friday Feb 28, 2025
Friday Feb 28, 2025
In this episode, we hear from the Social Care Nursing Advisory Council Co-chairs, six months after its establishment.
They discuss the work-streams they are focusing on, the progress made so far, and the council's impact on the sector.
Additionally, Deborah Sturdy, Chief Nurse for Adult Social Care, and Duncan Burton, Chief Nursing Officer share their appreciation for the remarkable progress.

Friday Feb 21, 2025
Episode 15 - Student Nurses Stow Healthcare
Friday Feb 21, 2025
Friday Feb 21, 2025
Zoe is joined by members of the Stow Healthcare team to discuss how student nurse placements operate.
Alex Ball- Operations Manager, Stow Healthcare Group.
Helen Hill- Head of Care and Compliance, Stow Healthcare Group.
Sarah Murray- Registered Nurse, Stowlangtoft Hall
Claire Cowan– Student Nurse

Friday Feb 14, 2025
Episode 14 - National Guardian
Friday Feb 14, 2025
Friday Feb 14, 2025
In today's episode, we are joined by:-
Dr Jayne Chidgey-Clark - National Guardian for the NHS
https://nationalguardian.org.uk/about-us/
Scarlett MacDonald: Nurse and Commissioning ManagerCaring Homes Group
Co-Chair for the South East Regional SCNACs
https://theoutstandingsociety.co.uk/scnac-south-east-region/
Marisa Spice: Learning and Development Manager
(RN, BSc (Hons) Critical Care), Queen's Nurse
Nellsar Ltd.
https://www.nellsar.com/news/outstanding-service-nursing-medal-awarded-to-marisa-spice-at-nellsar/
Other links
https://nationalguardian.org.uk/
https://nationalguardian.org.uk/speaking-up/training-for-workers/
https://nationalguardian.org.uk/speaking-up/find-my-ftsu-guardian/

Thursday Aug 15, 2024
Episode 13 - Creative Ageing Research
Thursday Aug 15, 2024
Thursday Aug 15, 2024
Tune in to hear fresh insights from SCNACs chairs and influential figures in social care and beyond. Hosted by The Outstanding Society, the podcast delves into the councils’ evolution, discusses national and local priorities, and explores a shared vision for the future of adult social care.
To find out more or to become involved, please email admin.scnac@theoutstandingsociety.co.uk
“It is a measure of the huge value of the Social Care Nursing Advisory Councils that they now have their own podcast, hosted by our friends at The Outstanding Society.
“If you want to find out why these councils came into being, how the voices and expertise of social care nurses are being shared with their clinical counterparts, and why this means more rewarding careers for colleagues and better care for those we support, subscribe now.
“I hope to be a regular guest on the podcast, discussing our shared vision for the sector and inspiring more social care nurses to join their local councils, be active promoters of best practice and celebrate our amazing profession.”
Prof Deborah Sturdy.

Thursday Apr 25, 2024
Thursday Apr 25, 2024
Tune in to hear fresh insights from SCNACs chairs and influential figures in social care and beyond. Hosted by The Outstanding Society, the podcast delves into the councils’ evolution, discusses national and local priorities, and explores a shared vision for the future of adult social care.
To find out more or to become involved, please email admin.scnac@theoutstandingsociety.co.uk
“It is a measure of the huge value of the Social Care Nursing Advisory Councils that they now have their own podcast, hosted by our friends at The Outstanding Society.
“If you want to find out why these councils came into being, how the voices and expertise of social care nurses are being shared with their clinical counterparts, and why this means more rewarding careers for colleagues and better care for those we support, subscribe now.
“I hope to be a regular guest on the podcast, discussing our shared vision for the sector and inspiring more social care nurses to join their local councils, be active promoters of best practice and celebrate our amazing profession.”
Prof Deborah Sturdy.

Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Tune in to hear fresh insights from SCNACs chairs and influential figures in social care and beyond. Hosted by The Outstanding Society, the podcast delves into the councils’ evolution, discusses national and local priorities, and explores a shared vision for the future of adult social care.
James Rycroft (MD of VIDA Healthcare & Exec Director of the OS) is joined by Dr Michael Brady, Sanjay Dhrona, Zoë Fry and Lara Bywater to discuss how to create a positive LGBT+ culture.
To find out more or to become involved, please email admin.scnac@theoutstandingsociety.co.uk
“It is a measure of the huge value of the Social Care Nursing Advisory Councils that they now have their own podcast, hosted by our friends at The Outstanding Society.
“If you want to find out why these councils came into being, how the voices and expertise of social care nurses are being shared with their clinical counterparts, and why this means more rewarding careers for colleagues and better care for those we support, subscribe now.
“I hope to be a regular guest on the podcast, discussing our shared vision for the sector and inspiring more social care nurses to join their local councils, be active promoters of best practice and celebrate our amazing profession.”
Prof Deborah Sturdy.

Friday Jan 26, 2024
Friday Jan 26, 2024
Zoe is joined by Samantha Crawley, Scarlett MacDonald & General Sir Adrian Bradshaw, who discuss what makes a great Leader and how to engage the team to accompany you on the journey.
To find out more or to become involved, please email admin.scnac@theoutstandingsociety.co.uk
“It is a measure of the huge value of the Social Care Nursing Advisory Councils that they now have their own podcast, hosted by our friends at The Outstanding Society.
“If you want to find out why these councils came into being, how the voices and expertise of social care nurses are being shared with their clinical counterparts, and why this means more rewarding careers for colleagues and better care for those we support, subscribe now.
“I hope to be a regular guest on the podcast, discussing our shared vision for the sector and inspiring more social care nurses to join their local councils, be active promoters of best practice and celebrate our amazing profession.”
Prof Deborah Sturdy.
Membership of the OS is open to all - you do not need to have an Outstanding rating.
Please visit our website to join today!
https://theoutstandingsociety.co.uk/contact/

Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Episode 10 - Caron Sanders-Crook & Dr Giles Thorpe
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
To find out more or to become involved, please email admin.scnac@theoutstandingsociety.co.uk
“It is a measure of the huge value of the Social Care Nursing Advisory Councils that they now have their own podcast, hosted by our friends at The Outstanding Society.
“If you want to find out why these councils came into being, how the voices and expertise of social care nurses are being shared with their clinical counterparts, and why this means more rewarding careers for colleagues and better care for those we support, subscribe now.
“I hope to be a regular guest on the podcast, discussing our shared vision for the sector and inspiring more social care nurses to join their local councils, be active promoters of best practice and celebrate our amazing profession.”
Prof Deborah Sturdy.
Membership of the OS is open to all - you do not need to have an Outstanding rating.
Please visit our website to join today!
https://theoutstandingsociety.co.uk/contact/

Tuesday Dec 26, 2023
Episode 9 - Charlotte Fry & Dr Agnes Fanning
Tuesday Dec 26, 2023
Tuesday Dec 26, 2023
To find out more or to become involved, please email admin.scnac@theoutstandingsociety.co.uk
“It is a measure of the huge value of the Social Care Nursing Advisory Councils that they now have their own podcast, hosted by our friends at The Outstanding Society.
“If you want to find out why these councils came into being, how the voices and expertise of social care nurses are being shared with their clinical counterparts, and why this means more rewarding careers for colleagues and better care for those we support, subscribe now.
“I hope to be a regular guest on the podcast, discussing our shared vision for the sector and inspiring more social care nurses to join their local councils, be active promoters of best practice and celebrate our amazing profession.”
Prof Deborah Sturdy.
Membership of the OS is open to all - you do not need to have an Outstanding rating.
Please visit our website to join today!
https://theoutstandingsociety.co.uk/contact/

Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Episode 8 - Anthony Birmingham & Claire Pryor
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
An inspiring podcast about the development of the North East & North Cumbria Council with the chair Anthony Birmingham and co-chair Claire Pryor.
To find out more or to become involved, please email admin.scnac@theoutstandingsociety.co.uk
“It is a measure of the huge value of the Social Care Nursing Advisory Councils that they now have their own podcast, hosted by our friends at The Outstanding Society.
“If you want to find out why these councils came into being, how the voices and expertise of social care nurses are being shared with their clinical counterparts, and why this means more rewarding careers for colleagues and better care for those we support, subscribe now.
“I hope to be a regular guest on the podcast, discussing our shared vision for the sector and inspiring more social care nurses to join their local councils, be active promoters of best practice and celebrate our amazing profession.”
Prof Deborah Sturdy.
Membership of the OS is open to all - you do not need to have an Outstanding rating.
Please visit our website to join today!
https://theoutstandingsociety.co.uk/contact/