Number of part-time social work roles dwindling
According to Social Work England, less than three-quarters of social work roles are being offered on a part-time basis. Out of the job adverts studied by the SWU, just 23% were part-time or flexible – this marks an 18.7% increase from a similar study conducted last year. On the other hand, nearly 80% of the […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
How to support your colleagues during Ramadan
Ramadan is a blessed month for Muslims as it marks the period when the Quran was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. Most Muslims don’t eat or drink during daylight over these 30 days to show devotion to their faith. Children, pregnant women, elderly people and those with medical reasons don’t have to fast. Followers of […]
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
Compliance FAQs
Here at SP, the safety of our social workers and the safety of those who they support is our priority. Our dedicated compliance team completes these checks to the highest of standards and they go out of their way to make this process as quick, simple and stress-free for you as possible.
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Anti-racism movement within Social Care
We need to challenge racism together by having uncomfortable conversations about race and educating ourselves, this means ‘challenging our own fears, beliefs and biases to enhance our own social work practice, when working with communities, cultures, customs and religions different from our own’ – Millie Kerr. (Click here for source)
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LGBT+ History Month
February is LGBT+ History Month! The aim of this month is to promote equality and diversity for the benefit of the public.
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CPD Requirement Changes and Top Social Work Books for CPD
Now that Social Work England have changed the CPD requirements for social workers, it is important to get a head start on your CPD.
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Benefits of hiring permanent social workers through Social Personnel
There is a huge demand for permanent social workers at the moment and it is important for us to shine a light on this.
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