social work vacancies

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 […]

Social Work Week 2023

Social Work Week 2023 is on the horizon! This virtual event is a great opportunity for social workers – or anyone for that matter, who wants to learn more about the latest happenings and developments in the social care sector.  Hosted by Social Work England, Social Work Week 2023 will run for 5 consecutive days […]

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 […]

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 […]

Our compliance process: a chat with Fiona

Compliance and safeguarding remain our top priority as a leading provider of health and social care staff in the UK. Our dedicated compliance team ensure that you can get started in your new role quickly, taking as much admin away from yourself and your employer as possible. This week, we sat down with our Compliance […]

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 […]