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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.
Occupational therapy is all about helping people overcome the barriers that prevent them from living full, independent and meaningful lives.
Hospital admissions can be stressful, disruptive, and costly—not just for patients and their families but for the healthcare system as a whole.
As a social worker, embodying core values and ethics is essential to your practice. According to The British Association of Social Workers (BASW), these principles should guide your interactions with clients and shape your overall impact on the community. In this blog, we will delve into the fundamental values and ethical considerations that should be at the forefront of your social work career, providing a comprehensive understanding of why these elements are so crucial.
After a good few years in recruitment (more than I care to mention!), I’ve seen a lot of changes in both the social care sector and my own role.
St Helens is one of the most deprived local authorities in England. There are challenges, but the past few years have seen a number of significant wins – certainly more than just green shoots of progress.
The ongoing cost of living crisis and housing shortage in England has contributed to a significant increase in homelessness. Recent data from the charity Shelter paints a stark picture, revealing that over 300,000 individuals are currently without a home, nearly half of whom are children.
I’m speaking to social workers all over the country who are considering their next move, and how to capitalise on their experience and take their career to the next level.
Searching for a new job can really take it out of you. Sending lots of applications out, receiving no feedback if your application is rejected and difficulty finding your perfect role through job boards can be draining and demotivating. This is where a recruitment agency can help. Let’s take a look at how a recruitment agency can help you find your dream job.
