What is it like to be a social worker?

It is important that while you are thinking of applying to become a social worker you are clear in your own mind about what the role is really about. Here there are a range of materials and ideas to help you think about what social work involves and whether it is right for you. These might also give you issues to discuss at your interview or in your application.

What service users say about social workers

Listen to what people who use services say about their social workers or the people who have tried to help them. Why do you think this is not always a positive experience for people?

Action for children

Talking about foster care.

What do social workers say about their role?

Listen to what social workers say about the realities of their working life.