This week, our social work hosts delve into what psychological safety means in professional environments, explore how it enables better professional decision-making, and reflect on how it can improve employee wellbeing and reduce burnout. They also share personal insights and experiences.
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What's more important, money or happiness?
This week, our social work hosts reflect on what's more important - money or happiness - as they explore the dispute over market-rate pay increases for social workers at Brighton & Hove City Council, and the strike action taken in response.
They reflect on the significance of equitable pay in maintaining morale and job satisfaction among social workers, and debate how clear career pathways and development opportunities compare to immediate pay increases.
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Reform teenagers in charge of adult and children’s services
Inspired by THIS news story, about the recent appointment of young Reform councillors Joseph Boam (22) and Charles Pugsley (19) at Leicestershire County Council, our hosts are discussing public and professional reactions.
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Boomer parenting habits that would terrify social workers in 2025
Inspired by THIS column, this week our hosts are exploring how parenting supervision and surveillance have dramatically changed in the past 40 years, discussing the freedom versus safety debate.
As they discuss examples from the past, and reflects on the social and cultural reasons behind these practices, and the shifts in social work's view of child welfare and protection, they consider what these practices suggest about changing attitudes toward child safety.
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Social work on the cusp of radical change
Inspired by THIS article and THIS column, this week our hosts are exploring the idea of Artificial Intelligence in social work, highlighting potential benefits - such as reduced admin and streamlined processes - and exploring concerns - particularly regarding empathy, professional judgment, and ethical decision-making.
They also discuss changes to agency work, and the impact of shifting political landscapes on the profession. Join the conversation, every Friday morning.
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