Tackling staffing shortages: Insights from Social Personnel
One of the most significant challenges facing the social care sector is the shortage of skilled and dedicated workers. The demand for social care services is increasing due to the ageing population, but there is a limited pool of qualified professionals available. This shortage puts immense pressure on existing staff and affects the quality and […]
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
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 […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
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 […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
Children in care sent to live over 300 miles away from family and friends
A recent Observer investigation revealed that children in care are being sent to live more than 300 miles away from their hometowns. Vulnerable children in London, for example, are being shipped off to homes more than 250 miles from the city in what is being dubbed a “national scandal”. Some of the residential homes were […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
Social Work Week 2023: everything you need to know
Thinking of attending Social Work Week 2023? Here’s everything you need to know… What is Social Work Week? Social Work Week is an annual event which aims to spark conversation around social care and bring like-minded people together who can share ideas and promote positive change. This year, the online programme will take place between […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
5 skills for your support worker CV
Are you in the midst of applying for support worker roles? Not sure which skills to highlight on your CV? Don’t worry, our team is here to help! Carry on reading to find out what it takes to be a successful support worker – and more importantly, how to make your CV stand out! What […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
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