How is the government supporting adult social care this winter?
The UK government will provide £500 million to local authorities and integrated care boards (ICBs), it announced in its adult social care winter statement which was updated last week. Funding will go towards buying additional hospital beds and improving community care. It is hoped this move will help ease pressures on the NHS […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
Self-care tips to take into 2023
Going into 2023 we want to help all social workers feel empowered and one way of doing this is to practise self-care. In this blog, we share industry insight into the best ways to prioritise your mental health as a busy social worker. Say no We know there are a lot of people relying […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
How to switch off on your annual leave
Christmas is right around the corner, and that means you probably have some annual leave coming up! Make sure to step away from work completely, it will help you return refreshed and motivated. Not sure how? Don’t worry, we have a few tips and tricks up our sleeve. Carry on reading to find […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
How can I maintain a healthy work-life balance in the run up to Christmas?
The fairy lights are up, mulled wine is on offer in supermarkets across the UK and Mariah Carey has fully defrosted. Christmas has arrived. Although spirits are high, we know it can be hard to switch off from work during this busy time – especially for social workers who are in the routine of […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
Children’s social care neglected in autumn budget
Leaders in the social care sector have highlighted a lack of concern for children’s social care in the government’s autumn budget. Local authorities will be given £1.3bn to put towards adult and children’s social care over the next two years, and an additional £1.9bn between 2024-25. Additional funding for children’s services may also […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
5 benefits of working with Social Personnel
Are you on the hunt for a role in social care? Here at Social Personnel, we specialise in placing candidates in jobs across the social care market, whether you’re new to the scene or looking for something more senior – our expert consultants are here to help! Carry on reading to discover some of the […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
£1,925 pay rise for social workers across the UK
On 1 November 2022, local government trade unions agreed to a pay offer that will add an additional £1,925 to social workers’ salaries across the UK. The pay offer will be backdated to 1 April 2022. Marking the largest increase in pay for local government workers in over a decade, the pay offer equates to […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
How to write the perfect social work cover letter
Want to make your next social work job application stand out? Cover letters are a great way to grab your prospective employer’s attention – but how do you make sure it captures all your wonderful skills and experience? Carry on reading for top tips from our knowledgeable consultants on how to write the perfect social […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
Tips for managing stress as a social worker
Health and social care was recently recorded as the second most stressful industry to work in, with 50% of absences relating to stress, depression or anxiety during 2020-2021. This is only getting worse in the wake of Covid-19 which has magnified some of the significant problems already prevailing in social care, including staffing shortages, funding […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
Why choose social work as a profession?
The social work profession is all about dedicating yourself to the community to enhance human well-being and help individuals meet their basic and complex needs. If you’re looking for a career that is rewarding, has a meaning, action and diversity then social work could be your calling. Keep reading to find out more about the […]
by: Website Editor