Fill temporary social work positions quickly and effectively with Social Personnel
Does your local authority have any temporary social work positions to fill? Here at Social Personnel, we provide high-quality recruitment solutions and supply social care staff at all levels across the UK to clients looking to fill their social work positions. So, whether you have an urgent position to fill or need to implement a […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
Thought of the Day: “What is something you wish you’d known before starting a career in health and social care?”
Welcome to our new segment: Social Pulse: Thought of the Day! In this series, we delve into the minds of our experienced social workers to uncover insights, perspectives, and wisdom gained from their journey in the field. This week, we posed the question: “What is something you wish you’d known before starting a career in […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
Care population on the rise for 15th year running
Research from the Department of Education (DoE) reveals that the number of people receiving care in England has increased for the 15th consecutive year. This growth is primarily down to the increase in unaccompanied asylum-seeking children coming to the UK, the data shows. From 31 March 2023, there were 83,840 children in care, marking a […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
Right Care, Right Person: everything you need to know
In this blog, we offer a Right Care, Right Person UK government initiative which aims to reduce reliance on the police when it comes to supporting individuals with mental health problems. In this blog, we provide a summary of the agreement which you can also read in full here should you wish. Overview When individuals […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
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 […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
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 […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
Rising energy bills are forcing care homes to close
Up to a third of UK care homes could be at risk of closure because they can’t afford rising energy bills. This could leave hundreds of vulnerable and elderly people without a home, the sector has warned. Care England highlighted that energy bills for care homes had increased by 500% in the last year due […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
Haven’t found your perfect social work role yet? Here’s how you can.
Whether you’re looking for a locum or permanent social work position, we can help you find a role that meets all your needs, both professionally and personally. We are proud to have experienced consultants that can recruit every grade of social worker, always sticking to our two core principles: Placing the right person in […]
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Need an umbrella provider? Here’s what to look out for
We’ve placed you into your perfect locum social work role and now you need to choose an umbrella provider. The amount of Umbrella companies available can make looking for one that is right for you very confusing. Umbrella providers also can have a number of negative press around them, which does not make the process […]
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CV Writing Guide for Social Workers
Using the same CV you’ve had for years? Or are you a recent social work graduate and not sure where to start? Don’t worry! Our specialist consultants know the hiring process inside out and understand what stands out to busy hiring managers that are sifting through dozens of CVs. They have put together a CV structure and […]
by: Website Editor