Blog Updates

The number of vacant social work positions is rising

Did you know that 20% of children’s social work positions and 11.6% of adults’ social work were vacant in 2022? The impact of these vacancies is far-reaching, affecting both the vulnerable individuals who rely on social work support and the overloaded caseloads of existing professionals. As local authorities grapple with the challenge of attracting and […]

Record-keeping in children’s social care: everything you need to know

In this blog, we look in detail at the practice of record-keeping in children’s social care. Carry on reading to find out more about why it’s important and the mental health benefits for care-leavers.  What is record keeping? Record-keeping in children’s care involves keeping important information and documents about a child to ensure their well-being […]

What is an advanced practitioner?

If you’re a social worker looking to climb the career ladder, then this one’s for you! Carry on reading for expert insight into becoming an advanced practitioner, including desired skills, routes to entry and role requirements.  What is an advanced practitioner?  As an advanced practitioner in the social work sector, you will typically specialise in […]

Could Amazon’s Alexa replace social workers?

Could Amazon’s Alexa replace social workers? In this article, we discuss how voice-enabled technology is disrupting the social care sector and easing the pressure on social workers and unpaid carers.  Current landscape  Unfortunately, the amalgamation of underfunding, staffing shortages and endless waiting lists has left 2.6 million people over 50 without access to care in […]