
It’s time to renew your Social Work England registration!
It’s that time of year again…that’s right – it’s time to renew your Social Work England registration. Carry on reading if you need a reminder on how to complete the process and what counts as relevant CPD. When’s the deadline? Social Work England (SWE) opened the registration renewal period on September 1st, and you have […]

New minister for children’s social care following cabinet reshuffle
David Johnson has been appointed as the new minister for children’s social care following a cabinet reshuffle which took place on August 31st. He is the fifth person to become minister for children, families and wellbeing in the last two years, taking over duties from Claire Coutinho who has been promoted to the cabinet as […]

Developing resilience in social work roles
No two days in social work are the same and some would argue that this is part of the appeal. However, sometimes the volatile nature of social work can be overwhelming and cause great deals of stress on particularly challenging days. The Social Personnel team values all candidates and the incredible work they do […]

Dealing with complaints as a social worker
If you work in health and social care, chances are that you will be complained about at least once in your career. Indeed, this can be damaging to your self-confidence, as well as take a hit to your motivation levels. Nonetheless, learning how to deal with complaints without getting emotionally involved is a priceless skill […]

Improving inclusivity in the workplace
An inclusive workplace fosters a culture of respect, acceptance, and collaboration among employees. It not only benefits the individuals within the organisation but also contributes to the organisation’s overall success and growth. Here are some strategies to consider to help promote inclusivity in the workplace: Recruitment and hiring Ensure that the hiring process is unbiased […]

3 reasons to become a locum social worker
Trying to decide between a permanent or a locum position? Here at Social Personnel, we offer a wealth of different social worker roles, including both permanent and locum positions. However, in today’s blog we thought we’d provide some insight into the benefits of locum work… 1.Diverse contacts Agency social work exposes you to a wide […]

Boat Party Highlights 2023!
On Friday 28 July, we set sail for the annual Social Personnel Boat Party and danced the night away along the Thames. We left Festival Pier just after 7pm, as candidates and their consultants fled to the top deck to enjoy views of the city skyline before sunset. After a healthy dose of fairycakes and […]

NHS Long Term Workforce Plan: what about social workers?
Following the publication of the NHS Long Term Workforce Plan, industry leaders have criticised the omission of the social work profession. The British Association of Social Workers (BASW) England expressed disappointment regarding the exclusion, emphasising that social workers play a vital role in the healthcare system. Think Ahead, the fast-track training provider for mental health […]

How to make the most of a recruitment agency
Looking to work with a social-sector-focused recruitment agency to help streamline your hiring process and resolve staffing shortages quickly and effectively? Before you start your research, here’s a brief guide on how to make the most of a recruitment agency! 1.Be clear about what you want Just like you wouldn’t go to an estate agent […]

Social Work England launches equality, diversity and inclusion action plan
Social Work England has launched a new equality, diversity and inclusion plan for 2023 to 2024. The regulator emphasises that social work is all about advocating for people’s rights and standing up for those who are marginalised in our society. It hopes that this new action plan will help social workers to continue to address […]