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 we can help you find your perfect social worker role
Haven’t found your perfect social worker role yet? 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. Carry on reading to find out how we can help you find the perfect social work role. Provide you with […]
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
Social Personnel: 2022 highlights
It’s been a great year for Social Personnel and as always, we’re full of pride that so many of our candidates are able to help make a difference in local communities. So without further ado, here’s our Social Personnel 2022 highlights… Company highlights With our tier 1 access across multiple vendors in the […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
The 5 skills you need as a social worker
Social workers play a vital role in society and dedicate their time to caring for vulnerable people – whether that be offering rehabilitative support, helping a client overcome interpersonal challenges or safeguarding a child’s human rights. All in all, problem solving is at the heart of being a social worker. This can be a […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
5 tips on starting your social work placement/ASYE
Congratulations, you’ve landed a placement in your dream profession! But now the start date is steaming towards you and the first-day nerves are beginning to kick in. Sound familiar? Don’t panic…we’ve collated some expert advice on how to prepare for your placement, as well as what to expect and who to go to if you […]
by: Scarlette Isaac
How to determine the quality of social work management
So, you’ve got an interview coming up for a new social work role and want to gauge the quality of management? Having a caring, supportive, and motivating manager is key to enjoying your job role. It is said that people leave managers not jobs so it’s important you know that your new manager will be […]
by: Website Editor
Umbrella Q&A for agency social workers
Many agency workers are advised by colleagues or friends to work through an umbrella company, but what does this mean? We have asked our recruitment consultants the most frequent questions that they get asked when it comes to umbrella companies and answered them below.
by: Website Editor
The impact of Social Work: Grace’s care story
We all feel doubt and imposter syndrome sometimes. Even with such a rewarding job such as Social Work, being sure that your work has made a real impact can sometimes be hard to do, this might be because you do not keep in contact with your clients after they leave the service, or you work […]
by: Website Editor
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