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Get the latest updates on health and social care, as well as top tier career advice from our consultants.


Working in children’s social care: everything you need to know
Could working in children’s social care be the next step in your career? Carry on reading to discover more about the complexities of this...
Apr 33 min read


Project-based solutions for local authorities: a reminder of our offering
We aim to offer transformative solutions for local authorities facing the ongoing challenge of delivering high-quality services amidst a...
Mar 272 min read


Join us at the ADASS Spring Seminar 2025!
Join us at this year’s ADASS Spring Seminar to hear from industry figureheads as they delve into the world of social care; covering...
Mar 201 min read


5 signs you’ve outgrown your role
As a social worker, it's essential to recognise when you may have outgrown your current role to ensure you continue growing...
Mar 132 min read


Everything you need to know about our roles
New to Imperium Solutions? Carry on reading to learn more about the roles we place - as well as candidate benefits! What roles do we...
Mar 102 min read


Flexible working for children’s social workers
A survey from Community Care has revealed that 78% of UK children’s services offer flexible working to social workers. This was voted the...
Feb 211 min read


Self-care for social workers in the run up to Christmas
The countdown to Christmas is on…but how can you switch off from social work and turn on the festive spirit? Carry on reading for our top...
Dec 16, 20242 min read


Overcoming imposter syndrome: tips for social workers
Did you know that up to 70% of us will experience ‘imposter syndrome’ at some point in our working lives? In this blog, we discuss what...
Nov 27, 20242 min read


Things to remember in social work
Now the days are getting shorter, and the weather has got a little crispier, we thought it was time for a few positive reminders to help...
Oct 29, 20242 min read


Black History Month 2024: let’s take action
Join us in taking action this Black History Month! Here are three meaningful ways you can get involved in promoting race equality in the...
Oct 22, 20243 min read


Why becoming a carers assessment officer is a rewarding career
Carers assessment officers play an important role in helping provide carers with the support they need to lead rich and fulfilling lives....
Oct 14, 20242 min read


Let’s talk mental health: daily tips and how to support your colleagues
875,000 workers suffered from work-related stress, depression and anxiety in 2022/23! As 'workplace mental health' is the theme of...
Oct 8, 20242 min read


Are you where you want to be in your career?
Now and again, it’s important to ask yourself “Am I where I want to be in my career?”. If the answer is “yes”, that’s fantastic, but what...
Sep 9, 20242 min read


Building trust and rapport: essential skills for effective social work practice
Social workers play a crucial role in supporting individuals and communities, promoting well-being, and advocating for social justice. At...
Aug 4, 20242 min read


5 benefits of using LinkedIn as a social worker
Today, the Imperium Solutions team discusses 5 benefits of LinkedIn for social workers. Carry on reading to find out if the networking...
Jul 25, 20242 min read


3 essential qualities of a Community DoLS Assessor
In this blog we look at the key qualities needed to become a Community DoLS Assessor, and provide some background on why these...
Jul 15, 20242 min read


Interview tips for social care roles
Landed an interview for your dream job in social care? Congratulations! Now it’s time to prepare so you can outshine the competition and...
Jun 24, 20242 min read


How to support the mental health of your employees as social work manager
1 in 3 employees in the UK would not feel comfortable talking to their manager about their mental health problems for fear of being...
May 14, 20242 min read


5 ways to promote equality as a social worker
As a social worker, it is your responsibility to recognise, support and encourage diversity, equality and inclusion. Our differences are...
May 2, 20242 min read


Why high caseloads impede quality of social care and how we can help
Increasingly large caseloads are impacting the quality of care being provided to service users across the country. In this blog, we delve...
Apr 21, 20242 min read
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