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


Strengthening your social work team
Strengthening your social work team is essential not only for the well-being of the team members themselves but also for ensuring service...
May 222 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


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


Working with children vs adults in social care settings
As a newly qualified social worker, you may be wondering whether you want to work in adult social care or children’s social care. In this...
Nov 3, 20243 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


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


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


5 questions you could be asked in your next social care interview
Secured an interview for a role in social care? Congratulations! To help you prepare, our specialist consultants have shared some...
Apr 15, 20243 min read


What does self-validation look like?
Self-validation is a crucial aspect of maintaining mental and emotional well-being. It involves recognising and affirming your feelings,...
Feb 28, 20242 min read


How to include teamwork skills in your cover letter
As a social worker, the ability to build and foster strong team dynamics is essential in achieving positive outcomes for your clients. If...
Jan 31, 20242 min read


A guide to writing the perfect social worker CV
Are you still using the same CV you've had for years? Or perhaps you're a recent social work graduate unsure of where to begin? No need...
Jan 25, 20242 min read


Is being a young social worker for me?
Whether you’re still training to become a social worker, or recently qualified - this blog looks candidly at the pros and cons of getting...
Dec 14, 20232 min read


5 books every social worker should read
Reading is great for the body, mind and soul, so why not pick up a book this weekend? As a social worker, there is always more to learn...
Dec 5, 20232 min read


How to thrive as a social worker
Let's navigate the rewarding yet demanding landscape of social work together and discover how you can not only survive but thrive as a...
Nov 30, 20232 min read


Strengthening your social care team
In this blog, we explore the best ways to enhance your social care team to ensure that your workplace is positive and productive! What...
Nov 20, 20232 min read


Finding work-life balance as a first-time parent
While becoming a new parent is a profound and exhilarating experience, it also poses the challenge of balancing your career and personal...
Oct 9, 20232 min read


It’s time to renew your Social Work England registration!
It’s that time of year again…that’s right - it’s time to renew your Social Work England registration. Carry on reading if you need a...
Sep 8, 20232 min read


The reality of working as a children's social worker: 3 things you probably didn't know
Working as a children's social worker in the UK can be a challenging and rewarding profession that involves supporting vulnerable...
Jul 28, 20232 min read


Is work ethic more important than work experience?
Today, we are pondering the question: is work ethic more important than work experience? Carry on reading to find out what our team here...
Apr 26, 20232 min read


What is trauma-informed care?
Trauma-informed care is an approach to health and social care which is heavily focused on the impact trauma can have on someone’s mental...
Mar 27, 20232 min read
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