We are nothing if we are not experts in the human condition. As social workers we are among the few health and care professionals who can claim to see peoples’ problems in the full context of their day to day …
Social workers from other counties often comment upon the narrow understanding of social work that appears to exist in England. This perception could be due in part to the prominent statutory role social workers undertake within local authorities. This could …
Last November, I encouraged social workers, educators and anyone involved in supporting vulnerable individuals and families to take part in the Autism Statutory Guidance consultation. I cannot emphasise enough how important it is to me to see the values and …
As effective social workers, we work alongside people, building relationships with individuals and families to appreciate the context within which their worries and concerns exist , but also ensuring that as professionals, we understand how the care and support system …
I’ve written before about how pleased I am that social workers are being actively consulted during the creation or reform of legislation - and also the guidance and regulations supporting its implementation. As a result, our values of empathy, openness …
Being a social worker is a privilege, but it is one which carries huge responsibilities. When you work so closely with those you are seeking to help, effective relationships require a high degree of emotional intelligence - an awareness that …
I want staff in health and social care services to understand I have autism and how this affects me. I hear these words – or variations of them – frequently in my work. It is of course important for social …
I’m sure many will be pleased to see the Care Act 2014 regulations and guidance consultation response published today. It is the result of lots of hard work and application from across the sector. I am delighted that social workers …
I’m really looking forward to co-hosting our NCAS session on social work reform with Isabelle Trowler, Chief Social Worker for Children and Annie Hudson, Chief Executive of the College of Social Work. Our session takes place on Thursday 30 October …
I have had some brilliant meetings and visits over the last few weeks, all of which continue to affirm my belief in excellent social work and the great social workers playing a vital role in making people’s lives better. I …