Insights

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.

At Pertemps Social Care, we take great pride in celebrating our incredible team. If you’ve partnered with us before, you’ve likely built a strong rapport with our recruitment staff.

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.

Mental health social workers play a critical role in the healthcare system, providing support, advocacy, and treatment to individuals facing mental health challenges. As the demand for mental health services continues to grow in the UK, social workers have become essential in helping individuals manage mental health conditions, navigate resources, and access care. 

Welcome to the operations division of our business. Arguably, it’s where the real magic happens! Case in point: the payroll team ensures our workers are paid efficiently and on time, week in, week out. And there’s never a dull moment.