RoSPA- RoSPA Level 2 Proportionate/Single Handed Care Practice: Expert Training

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What is the RoSPA Level 2 Award in Proportionate Handling?

The RoSPA Level 2 Award in Proportionate Handling is more than just a qualification; it’s a step towards a safer, more compassionate, flexible and person-centred approach. It is designed for adult social care staff responsible for delivering care in line with prescribed handling and care plans.

This qualification empowers professionals to implement personalised support that prioritises dignity, independence and flexibility whilst upholding the highest standards of health and safety for both clients and carers.

As an Ofqual-recognised qualification, this award delivers the quality assurance that care providers, training centres and regulatory bodies can trust.

What does the RoSPA Level 2 Award in Proportionate Handling cover?

The qualification explores how using a proportionate approach can promote health and wellbeing and what the requirements for delivering safe proportionate care are, including:

The purpose of risk assessments and handling plans

Practical skills, such as the use of equipment such as hoists, standing aids and in-bed management systems

Total qualification time = 8 hours

Assessed through:

Practical demonstrations
Written assessments

Who is the RoSPA Level 2 Award in Proportionate Handling for?

Frontline care staff and support workers
NHS staff and carers in the community
Anyone involved in moving and handling in health and social care.

Upon successful completion of this qualification you will be able to:

✓ Outline how using a safer proportionate people handling approach promotes the health, wellbeing and enablement of the person being supported

✓ Describe key health and safety legislation relevant to safer proportionate people handling, including employer and employee duties

✓ Describe the purpose of the risk assessment and the handling plan for safer proportionate people handling

✓ Identify the factors that increase the risk of back injury during people handling activities

✓ State three indicators that proportionate people handling (one handler) is no longer suitable for a person

✓ Outline safe storage, maintenance and reporting requirements for moving and handling equipment

✓ Demonstrate a pre-transfer assessment before undertaking proportionate people handling, that includes:

Load/Person
Individual
Task
Environment
Equipment
Other factors

✓ Demonstrate the application of efficient movement principles and safer proportionate people handling practice when assisting a person in bed

✓ Demonstrate the application of efficient movement principles and safer proportionate people-handling practice when carrying out hoist transfers

✓ Demonstrate the application of efficient movement principles and safer proportionate people handling practice when assisting a weight-bearing person, to include:

Functional ability check
Sit to stand (with and without equipment)
Walking (with and without aids)

✓ Demonstrate pre-use checks of mechanical equipment and slings, in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions for:

Powered and non-powered standing aids
Passive hoists
Slings

For Employers

Improved capacity and efficiency: Train staff to safely deliver proportionate care, optimising resource and freeing up capacity across services
Improved quality of care: Staff learn to deliver person-centred, dignified care that promotes independence
Quicker hospital discharges and reduced bed days: Supports smoother transitions into the community and prevents unnecessary long-term care admissions
Compliance with legislation:: Ensures staff are trained in line with the Care Act 2014 and other health and safety regulations
Efficient care without compromising quality: Proportionate care is efficient and effective, reducing duplication in care delivery while improving individual outcomes
Convenient delivery: Training delivered onsite reduces downtime and allows for contextual learning.

For Delegates

Improved skills and confidence: Learn safer, more effective handling techniques tailored to real-life scenarios
Empowerment through person-centred care: Gain the skills to assess and adapt care to meet individual needs respectfully and safely
Supports career development: Receive an Ofqual-regulated Level 2 qualification recognised across the sector
Better workload management: Learn creative, risk-assessed solutions that reduce reliance on two-carer procedures.

This course is tailored to meet your needs if you:

✓ Work in an environment supporting the movement of people: If your role involves assisting or supporting the movement of people, this course is well suited to your needs

✓ Are looking to enhance knowledge and skills: If you want to strengthen your understanding and practical abilities in safely moving people - and help create a safer workplace - this course is a great opportunity

✓ Want a recognised qualification: If you’re aiming for a qualification that is valued across sectors such as public services, health and social care, this course is an excellent choice.

Develop your skills and improve the quality of care for others with the RoSPA Level 2 Award in Proportionate Handling today.

Why we support the RoSPA Level 2 Award in Proportionate/Single-Handed Care Practice

Approved RoSPA Qualifications Centre, TPG Disable Aids, tells us why they offer the qualification and what benefits this approach has for staff and those receiving care.