Whether you are applying for your first role in social work, getting prepared for interviews or thinking about a move or change, this episode includes 3 key questions you can ask to get clear on what you need. Inspired by the seminars I delivered at the Shared Future in Social Work Conference, this podcast is for students and newly qualified social workers, but I also talk about the way I helped 2 very experienced social workers as well. The next Compass event is The Social Work Show in Manchester. You can find out more here. To book in for 1-1 application and interview support click here ..read more

Students and Newly Qualified social workers... this is for you if you want to feel confident. In this bitesized episode I'll be talking you through 3 steps -Replacing the phrase 'imposter syndrome' -Reframing your perception of confidence -Reflecting on what will change when your confidence does My membership, The Collective, is for Students & Newly Qualified Social Workers who want to feel confident and calm. Join to get through your first year without burnout, and practice skills to last your career. socialworksorted.com/thecollective To get in touch: vicki@socialworksorted.com Book ..read more

In this incredible conversation I chat to Tamu Thomas, transformational life coach and former social worker, specialising in helping women achieve work-life harmony by aligning with their nervous system for holistic well-being.  We talk about: The systemic and structural oppression in social work  How to navigate the workplace as a new social worker The value of regulating your nervous system  Tamu’s unique approach, rooted in somatic coaching and Polyvagal informed practice, empowers women to reconnect with their core selves, establish healthy boundaries, and build self-tru ..read more

In one of my most memorable conversations I speak to Clair Graham, from Birmingham Children's Trust. We talk about the importance of community, what contextual safeguarding really looks like in practice and the power of parents as partners in safeguarding. I can't wait for you to listen. You can find Claire on linkedin: Clair Graham  To get in touch with me: vicki@socialworksorted.com www.socialworksorted.com instagram @socialworksorted Linkedin Vicki Shevlin  Youtube @socialworksorted *This podcast is a resource for newly qualified social workers. It is recommended that you ..read more

In this episode I spoke with Le'Siran Edwards, founder of The Social Work Coaching Hub. We talk about: -The difference between coaching and mentoring -The benefit of coaching for social workers  -Challenges to accessing coaching  -Our own reflections on business and self employment in social work  To get in touch with Le'Siran: socialworkcoachinghub.com/ www.instagram.com/dearsocialworkerpodcast/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesiranedwards/ To get in touch with me: vicki@socialworksorted.com instagram.com/socialworksorted facebook.com/socialworksorted *This podcast is ..read more

Join me in conversation with author and publisher Jayneen Sanders as we talk about: -the importance of body autonomy  -how NQSW's can work with families to help open conversations  -The importance of modelling consent -using books as direct work  Please note we talk about sexual abuse and grooming in the context of social work. Follow: https://www.instagram.com/jayneensandersauthor/ https://e2epublishing.info/ Lets connect:  vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up for email updates: www.socialworksorted.com/thespacenewsletter LinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin  Instagram.com ..read more

Join me and Catherine Moore from  @SocialWorkersRise as we talk about the similarities and differences between social work training and practice in the US and UK. We talk about: -training routes and access -private practice and exams -Our hopes for the future of social work Follow Catherine: https://www.socialworkersrise.com/ https://www.instagram.com/socialworkersrise/ Let's connect: vicki@socialworksorted.com www.socialworksorted.com instagram.com/socialworksorted Linkedin: Vicki Shevlin Join The Collective: socialworksorted.com/thecollective The Child and Family Assessment Gu ..read more

The Home Visit Guide helps students and new social workers build confidence to plan, prepare and undertake home visits in children's services. In this episode I talk about the importance of planning your visit, and knowing when to leave.  To get in touch with me: vicki@socialworksorted.com LinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin  www.socialworksorted.com (to sign up to The Space) Youtube.com/@socialworksorted To get The Home Visit Guide:  https://www.socialworksorted.com/product-page/the-home-visit-guide Compass event free ticket sign up: https://www.compassjobsfair.com/Events/Birmingham ..read more

Welcome to this mini series to celebrate the launch of The Home Visit Guide. In this episode I talk about: -Why we do home visits -How we define home  -The importance of reflecting on our experience of 'home' To join the waiting list for the guide: https://www.socialworksorted.com/home-visit-guide-waiting-list Get in touch: vicki@socialworksorted.com LinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Youtube.com/@socialworksorted  *This podcast is a resource for newly qualified social workers. It is recommended that you use this podcast in addition to other resources and always refer back to your employ ..read more

In this episode I am joined by David Harrop, independent social worker and co-founder of the Palestine UK Social Work Network.  We talk about  -David's career -The current international conflict in Palestine -Social work ethics and values on both micro and macro scale -David's advice for new social workers Get in touch with me: vicki@socialworksorted.com LinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin  Links mentioned: https://reimaginingsocialwork.nz/2024/01/04/social-workers-send-letters-from-gaza/ https://www.socialworksorted.com/post/is-social-work-silent-on-palestine The Other Hand - Youtube ..read more