New conference announced: Social work with adults
Adults social work practice is inherently multifaceted, touching every aspect of society. Regardless of the field a social worker operates …
Reviewing Officer conference wrap up
Earlier this month, our Reviewing Officers conference brought together Reviewing Officers from all across the country, on the coldest day …
Annual conference wrap up
Our annual conference and exhibition 2024 took place on 25th September in Glasgow. In light of acknowledging current social work …
Chief Social Work Officers face increasing challenges, report finds
4 September 2024 The report reflects experiences from senior social workers in all 32 local authorities. It underlines the need …
Pitch us your workshop on ‘developing leaders of the future’
You can apply here: https://9xnq6a5vxbp.typeform.com/to/PNoskFvN
What needs to change to support social work in Scotland: document for consultation
SW what we know (pdf)
Reflection on the “Social Services Leading Care in the Community” ESN Seminar
This article has been written by Laura Kerr, our Adult Policy and Practice Lead, who attended the seminar in October …
Interested in supporting the Scottish Child Interview Model?
Exciting opportunity for experienced practitioners and those interested in the Scottish Child Interview Model (SCIM) We are seeking practitioners with …
Response to Herald articles on OPFS’s report on poverty and care in Scotland
Social Work Scotland and the Scottish Association of Social Workers (SASW) have written to journalists and editors at the Herald …
Reflection on the European Social Services Conference
This article has been written by Calum Campbell, our Digital Social Work Policy and Practice Advisor, who attended the Conference …
