Nestled in the north west of England is St Helens, a vibrant and welcoming community that prides itself on providing exemplary care for its children and young people. With Ofsted rating its Children’s Services as GOOD and services for young people leaving care as OUTSTANDING, St Helens is a beacon of excellence in social care ..read more

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 ..read more

The recent data published by surely did not surprise anyone. Over the past few years, social workers have been voting with their feet, and the result is a significant rise in the number of social workers being employed as locums across English councils ..read more

Drug and alcohol dependency can cast a shadow over an individual’s life, affecting their health, relationships, and overall well-being. These issues require compassionate and strategic intervention from social workers to help individuals navigate towards recovery and stability ..read more

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 ..read more

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 ..read more

Many people have treasured possessions. For some, antiques are their thing, and others might go for sports, or music memorabilia. These collections are often carefully stored, catalogued and accessible – easy to find and enjoy ..read more

Record-keeping is an integral aspect social work practise. The impact of records – at the time and in the future – mean it’s a question worth revisiting from time to time ..read more

Nurses and Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) often grapple with the challenge of achieving a perfect work-life balance due to job demands. In response, many turn to locum work, seeking a solution. However, this choice may compromise job stability and certainty in working patterns. Enter the role of a functional assessor – a position that not only offers job stability but also facilitates a balanced lifestyle. In this guide, we outline the role, benefits, and requirements essential for becoming a functional assessor ..read more

Social workers have once again captured headlines, not for their heroic efforts during the pandemic but due to the tragic deaths of two vulnerable children at the hands of their abusive parents ..read more