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I value the teaching and learning I get and how I can give back to families Being a consultant social worker is not always about the paycheck – it’s about the richness of the experience, the valuable lessons learned, and the opportunity to give back to families in need. Clare, a consultant social worker in […]

When Social Work Becomes a Family Affair For Kath and Rebecca O’Dwyer, social work is a family affair. Both Rebecca’s parents were social workers, so it should have come as little surprise when she decided to follow in their footsteps. So much so that, on her first day at university studying social work, she sat

What Does a Children’s Social Worker Do? Social workers play a vital role in the lives of children and families, often serving as champions and advocates for those who are most vulnerable. If you have a passion for making a positive impact on the lives of children, a career as a children’s social worker might

Children’s Social Worker: Making a Difference in the Lives of Children and Families Being a children’s social worker is more than just a job. It is a calling, a passion for making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families. It takes a special kind of person to embark on this challenging yet

Mental Health Social Workers Vote to Strike Over ‘Chronic Staffing Issues’ Working in the field of mental health can be incredibly rewarding, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges. Mental health social workers play a crucial role in providing support and care to individuals experiencing mental health issues. However, recent reports highlight

We firmly believe that disabled people are the experts in their own lives When it comes to disability and inclusion, it is crucial that we listen to and empower disabled individuals to be the experts in their own lives. Too often, decisions about disabled people’s lives are made by others who may not truly understand

Should Unions Settle Their Pay Dispute with Councils? Unions and local government councils have been engaged in a heated debate over pay settlements. On one side, we have unions advocating for better wages and benefits for their members, while on the other side, councils argue that they have limited resources and cannot afford to meet

Social Work England Opens Registration Renewal If you’re a social worker in England, you’ll want to pay attention to this important announcement: Social Work England has officially opened its annual three-month registration renewal period. This means that approximately 100,000 registered practitioners have until 30 November to complete the renewal process. Failure to do so can

It was wonderful to have somebody show me they really cared Being a social worker is not just a job; it’s a passion and a calling. Luke Rodgers, a social worker, understands this all too well. In a recent podcast as part of Community Care’s Choose Social Work campaign, Luke sat down to discuss the

Children’s Social Care Gets Fifth Minister in Two Years Cabinet Reshuffle Brings New Minister for Children, Families, and Wellbeing In a move that highlights the ongoing challenges within children’s social care, David Johnston has been appointed as the fifth minister in just two years. This change comes as a result of the recent cabinet reshuffle,