Social care professionals come together to share best practice

Hundreds of social workers and alternatively qualified practitioners came together recently for the City of Wolverhampton Council's Adults and Children’s Joint Social Care Conference.

The event gave staff from Adult’s and Children's Social Care a day of learning, reflection and professional development, and featured a range of keynote speakers who shared the latest research, insights and innovative approaches to practice.

With a theme of ‘See me, Hear me, Know me’ focusing on the power of meaningful conversations, delegates heard from Joanne Hicklins from the West Midlands Anti-Slavery Network and representatives from Social Matters on equity, inclusion and anti-racist practice.

The conference helps social workers and alternatively qualified practitioners continue to develop their skills and knowledge, supporting the delivery of high-quality services for Wolverhampton's children, young people and families, and adults with care and support needs.

Councillor Linda Leach, the council's Cabinet Member for Adults, and Councillor Jacqui Coogan, Cabinet Member for Children, Young People and Education, opened the event, held at Wolverhampton Racecourse.

Councillor Coogan said: "It was a real honour to once again be a part of this year’s joint conference.

"The conference is a key part of our learning and development programme, bringing together colleagues from Adult’s and Children's Social Care to share ideas, learn from one another and reflect on the incredible work they do every day.
 

"The dedication, compassion and professionalism shown by our workforce makes a real difference to the lives of some of the most vulnerable people in our city."

Councillor Leach added: "Wolverhampton is a fantastic place to begin and build a career. We value the skills that people bring to their roles enormously and are committed to helping our staff develop, grow and progress through opportunities such as this conference. 

"We were delighted to welcome such an excellent line-up of speakers this year, offering valuable insights and practical learning to support our workforce in their vitally important roles.

"The conference was also a chance for Councillor Coogan and I to personally thank the hundreds of professionals who work tirelessly day in and day out to support children, young people and families, and adults with care and support needs across Wolverhampton."

The City of Wolverhampton Council is currently recruiting social workers across a range of services. To find out more about the opportunities available and the benefits of working in Wolverhampton, visit www.wolvessocialworkjobs.com.