New and updated directory of direct work tools.
In this recording of a Nov 2023 webinar, leading children's social work practice researcher Gillian Ruch shares advice and ideas on effective direct work resources to support discussing emotions and children's outcomes
"Sometimes you need that one person to thrive in life". Lizzie, a young adult care leaver, and Janet, her former social worker, discuss building an ongoing relationship and how Janet has been a 'mother figure' for Lizzie.
Utilising ecomaps to aid in direct work with parents, children and young people.
Luke Rodgers from The Care Leaders reflects on the social workers who had a positive impact on him as a child and has some important messages for social workers about how they can work with compassion to build relationships with the children they are working with.
We spoke to an 18-year-old about his experience of the care system, leaving care and transition to adulthood and independence. He shares his perspective on what he would like to see social workers think about differently, as well as his positive experiences
We spoke to an 18-year-old about his experience of the care system, leaving care and transition to adulthood and independence. He shares his perspective on what he would like to see social workers think about differently, as well as his positive experiences
Using Burnham's social graces as a scaling or traffic light tool with children and young people to help better understand their world, relationships and areas of need
We spoke to a young person with care experience and thee professionals about supporting looked-after children to build a stronger network and connections with birth family and others, with the outcome of positive long-term relationships for the child