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How Can Social Workers Help With Chronic Hoarding Disorder?
Chronic hoarding, clinically recognised as hoarding disorder, is increasingly identified across UK social care as a complex issue involving mental health, self neglect, and environmental risk. Effective social work intervention is essential to safeguard individuals while respecting their autonomy and dignity.
Interview with Lashonté Royal: Building Community and Breaking Stereotypes Online – Part 3
For many newly qualified professionals, social media is a place to switch off. For Lashonté Royal, it’s become something more – a space to reflect, connect, and inspire others who share her passion for social work.
Interview with Lashonté Royal: From Student to Social Worker: Reflections on ASYE Year – Part 2
The first year in practice can be one of the most transformative stages in a social worker’s career. It’s a time of steep learning, professional growth, and self-discovery – and for Lashonté Royal, this first year has been nothing short of “phenomenal.”
Interview with Lashonté Royal: Newly Qualified Children’s Social Worker of the Year 2025 – Part 1
At Pertemps Social Care, we’re proud to champion the next generation of social workers – those who bring energy, empathy, and determination to one of society’s most vital professions.
The Growing Demand for SEND Professionals in the UK
The demand for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) professionals has grown significantly in recent years, reflecting the vital role these individuals play in supporting some of the most vulnerable members of our communities.
Breaking the Cycle: Rethinking Support for Older People Beyond Hospitals
There’s a well-known paradox at the heart of health and care for older people. Hospital treatment is often costly and, for many older patients, can lead to worse outcomes over time – loss of independence, physical decline, and emotional stress.
Starting Strong: Career Paths for Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSWs)
Qualifying as a social worker is a major achievement – but stepping into your first role can feel like a leap into the unknown.
Specialist Locum Roles in Adult Social Services
If you’re a qualified adult social worker considering agency work, you’ll already know about the core teams within most local authorities – safeguarding/front door, mental health, review and CHC teams, hospital discharge, learning disability, community or neighbourhood teams, and services for older people or those with physical disabilities.
Exploring Careers in Occupational Therapy: Where Can It Take You?
Occupational therapy is all about helping people overcome the barriers that prevent them from living full, independent and meaningful lives.
The Vital Role of Occupational Therapists in Preventing Hospital Admissions
Hospital admissions can be stressful, disruptive, and costly—not just for patients and their families but for the healthcare system as a whole.