Social Work Sorted: The Podcast

The waiting list for The Social Work Collective Academy is now open: Join The CollectiveIf you are interested in an organisation licence please email me vicki@socialworksorted.comLets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Ebook Guides Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

I think balance is a myth and if I need to prioritise one thing in my life, then something else will have to come second. I'm ok with that, are you?And if we give ourselves permission to not do it all - can we extend that same level of empathy to the families we work with?Talking about all this in the episode - let me know your thoughts! The Social Work Collective Academy Join The CollectiveLets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Ebook Guides Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

I love being in conversation with new social workers, and naturally the topics that come up a lot are the challenges in day to day practice.In this episode I'm sharing 3 of the biggest struggles for new social workers - in the hope that when you are aware of them - you can do something about it! Listen here if you are student, new social worker or someone who works in a supportive role helping social workers to thrive! Sign up to the waiting list for The Social Work Collective Academy:https://www.socialworksorted.com/thecollective Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Ebook Guides Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

This is just 3 of so many 'what I wish I'd known' tips but I get asked this question a lot and obviously it's something I'm always thinking about! If you liked this episode make sure you subscribe and leave a review!Stay in touch The Social Work Collective Academy (Join the waitlist) https://www.socialworksorted.com/thecollectiveLets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Ebook Guides Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

A personal share about our family pet, as well as encouraging you to reflect on social work, pets, loss, connection and relationships in all forms. If you have a positive story about social work and pets, animal connections or use of therapy animals I encourage you to share it on social media and tag me:Linkedin: Vicki ShevlinInstagram: @vickishevlin_Facebook : Social Work Sorted Follow up links:https://iavsw.org/https://profiles.sussex.ac.uk/p383717-rebecca-stephens/publicationshttps://sussex.figshare.com/articles/presentation/Human_and_Animal_Inclusive_Practice/26152114https://www.guidedogs.org.uk/ Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Ebook Guides Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

There are lots of changes (as always) happening in social work so I thought I'd share my views on some of them in this chatty episode.If you want to skip my opinions and go straight to how you can have a mini rest this spring, realign your boundaries and look at some genuine self care, head to around 33 minutes.In this episode I'm sharing my thoughts on-SWE proposed increase-AI and social work -New Post Qualifying Standards and changes from the ASYE to the 'Social Work Induction Programme' Links to Consultations - Please take part!!Ends on 28th May - https://consult.education.gov.uk/social-work-workforce-ecf-years-1-2/children-s-social-work-post-qualifying-standards-a/AI and Social Work https://www.researchinpractice.org.uk/all/news-views/2025/march/understanding-the-emerging-use-of-ai-in-social-work-practice-and-social-work-education/BASW AI guidelineshttps://www.basw.co.uk/about-basw/campaigning-and-influencing/artificial-intelligence-ai-social-workLets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Ebook Guides Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

This is a question I am asked regularly and although I can't respond to individual circumstances, this episode will take you through:-reframing complaints -removing personal comments -the value in apologising -upholding families rights -looking after yourself with record keeping Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Ebook Guides Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

How do we extend the reach of a genogram? Yes, genograms are essential to our understanding of family networks and narratives, but what if the people influencing us the most are the ones we see every morning when we scroll social media?Are we including virtual contexts and connections in our assessments? And how do we do that in a non judgmental way?In this episode I talk about the importance of considering virtual influences, on both ourselves and the people we support. Recommended listening and reading: When do parenting influencers become a safeguarding issue?  Irwin-Rogers, K., & Pinkney, C. (2017). Social media as a catalyst and trigger for youth violence. Catch22.  Pinkney, C., & Robinson-Edwards, S. (2018). Gangs, music and the mediatisation of crime: Expressions, violations and validations. Safer Communities, 17(2), 103-118.https://www.contextualsafeguarding.org.uk/Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Ebook Guides Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

This episode is really one big question. As social work podcasts increase (which is a great thing!) how do we as a collective, manage our responsibility to protect guests and ensure information is shared and not exploited?I don't have answers, but I'm hoping someone who listens to this might help me formulate some thoughts.It always feels scary to share my own experience but I wouldn't ask for transparency from others if I wasn't also willing to be transparent myself. I always feel uncomfortable talking about money but equally discomfort is a feeling that I now associate with change, and I see that as a positive.Get in touch: vicki@socialworksorted.com Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Ebook Guides Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

In this episode I am joined by the wonderful Katy, who started as a listener of this podcast and is now a friend. I shared a post on instagram asking you to share your questions for me about all things podcast, so a huge thank you to Katy for joining me and asking them!Thank you so much for listening, the fact that I have been doing this for 3 years with now 100,000 downloads is wild and I am so grateful to you for listening and sharing every week. To be even just a tiny part of your social work journey is a huge privilege that I never take for granted. Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Ebook Guides Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

I am so happy to share this conversation with Clo. Recommended resources mentioned: https://www.channel4.com/programmes/ted-noelhttps://kilntheatre.com/whats-on/es-flo/  Join The Social Work Collective:https://socialworksorted.com/thecollectiveLets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Ebook Guides Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

Are you a new social worker? Do you find yourself saying or thinking, 'I have Imposter Syndrome'?If so, this is for you! Read more:hbr.org/2021/02/stop-telling-women-they-have-imposter-syndromeLets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Ebook Guides Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

How often do we talk about safety in social work?How often do we stop and think about the ways we define safety?Sharing some of my thoughts about safety, how we ask questions about it and how we unpick ideas. If you have any feedback on this episode or any reading to share with me - please reach out! Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Ebook Guides Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

Not my usual podcast but I am asked all the time about my current role in training, consultancy, having a podcast and doing independent social work so I wanted to give some very honest insightsPlease remember, this is just my personal experience so I'm hoping it might help at least one person out there. If you want to get in touch about this episode please reach out! Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Ebook Guides Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

I loved this conversation with the wonderful Angie!I've had some not -so - good experiences with school nurses, and Angie has had some not-so-good experiences with social workers.In this very honest conversation we look at multi agency working, what it really means in practice and how we can overcome some of the challenges in co working. Follow Angie:https://www.instagram.com/nurseangiejay/ Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Ebook Guides Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

As social workers, how often do we hold the expectation that people should tell us the truth? How does that contradict with our mainstream entertainment, a tv show that is focused on lies and deception? In this short episode I'm inviting you to think about why people lie, and why we should avoid taking it personally as social workers. Recommended reading:https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/the-traitors-unconscious-biasA great read on organisational deception with definitions of different types of lies:Jenkins, S., & Delbridge, R. (2020). Exploring Organizational Deception: Organizational Contexts, Social Relations and Types of Lying. Organization Theory, 1(2).An alternative perspective on lying for patients in dementia care:Frederik Schou-Juul & Sigurd Lauridsen. (2024) Caregivers' perceptions of lying to people with dementia in Denmark: a qualitative study. Aging & Mental Health 28:11, pages 1471-1478.Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Ebook Guides Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

This is for you if you are an ASYE feeling worried or apprehensive about something you have coming up.I'm sharing practical strategies for that sense of dread you feel before home visits, meetings, whatever it is that is leaving you unsure. I reference this article which I'd recommend reading: Louise O'Connor, Agile Emotion Practices: Findings from an Ethnographic Study of Children and Families Social Work, The British Journal of Social Work, Volume 52, Issue 7, October 2022, Pages 4149–4170To join The Social Work Collective:socialworksorted.com/collectiveLets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Ebook Guides Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

Free Assessment Ebook https://www.socialworksorted.com/free-ebookThe Child and Family Assessment Guide Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Ebook Guides Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

It's return to work week for so many of us after a December break, although I know that social workers usually work duty rotas as an unrecognised emergency service during this time!If you are heading back to the office (or virtual office) after a break or time off then here are some simple reminders for how to make this as stress free as possible! Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Ebook Guides Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

I have way more than 5 lessons and so many more mistakes made but I wanted to share these as I think they have the most connection with social workers. This is an amazing reflective activity to try either individually, in supervision, as a team or through direct work! Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Ebook Guides Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

In the first episode of 2025 I wanted to share my mantra for the year. I do this every year so I have an idea to come back to and ground me. Beginning the year of podcasts with a very honest episode - I'd love to know if you find this helpful! Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Ebook Guides Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

Join me and Sass as we talk about wellbeing, resilience and burnout - a conversation for any social worker at any time of the year - but I think as we head to the end of 2024 and into a new year, it's more relevant than ever!Thank you so much for listening! Details to get in touch with Sass (she's fab - drop her an email!) sass@sassboucher.comhttps://www.sassboucher.com/Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

Join me and Le'Siran as she shares the process of building the first Black and Diverse Safeguarding Professionals Conference, as well as reflections on the event and future events! Contact Le'Siran: info@socialworkcoachinghub.comsocialworkcoachinghub.com/socialworkcoachinghub.com/eventshttps://www.instagram.com/lesiran.edwards/https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesiranedwards/Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

As a parent and a social worker I consume content created by parents and for parents. Social media is a minefield and we are in a time where 'honest' parenting is celebrated. But what happens when brutal honesty crosses a line into abusive or offensive language... should there be accountability about this? I see middle age white women talking about their children on social media using words that would be viewed as emotional abuse in a safeguarding context. I am so grateful to Dr Emma for joining me to unpick the nuances of this conversation. Join me and Dr Emma Svanberg as we talk about the intersections of parenting and social media, what we consume, what we share and the layers of influencing. Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

This is a podcast response to a question on social media. I've never been a manager but I hear from them almost as much as I hear from new social workers so hopefully this insight offers some balance, as well as practical suggestions for those struggling! Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

I asked my instagram followers what they wanted me to cover in an episode and Becki (hi!) said she was a NQSW feeling overwhelmed and couldn't stop overthinking... so this is for you! Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

Yes it's a made up theory but hopefully it will serve as a niche reminder for you as a new social worker - useful reflection for making decisions! Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

I've been asking myself this question recently and I think it will help you, whether you are thinking about macro or micro social work.Let me know what you think and share your feedback - I love hearing your thoughts! Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

This was supposed to be an end of summer update but I blinked and it's October. Listen for a big update on Social Work Sorted/The Social Work Collective, navigating work and home education, new ventures and goals plus a reflection on changing routines and boundaries. I'm so grateful to you for listening and for your loyalty to this podcast so thought I'd share some of the behind the scenes for you! Let me know if you like this style of episode! Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

Join me in conversation with the amazing Natalie Robertson from The Social Life as we chat about our experience as new social workers, from skin issues, to managing workloads and more. All the things we wish we knew and will be sharing with you in our upcoming masterclass. To book your space on this CPD Masterclass head here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/becoming-a-resilient-social-worker-tickets-981961000787To access offers for group bookings for your ASYE cohort please contact:vicki@socialworksorted.comLets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comInstagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

In this episode, recorded at the end of the summer holidays and clearly demonstrating a big overshare, I talk about our habits when it comes to asking from permission.There is a huge shift from student to new social worker and without awareness we could end up in a place where we don't advocate for ourselves. If you are ready to get through your first year as a social worker with confidence and calm, The Social Work Collective is here to support you: -Monthly live masterclasses focused on social work skills for practice-A CPD learning hub of bitesize resources to help you with the tasks you face as a children's social worker-A private community and mentoring support to ensure you never feel alone on your social work journey Join between 9th - 15th September: socialworksorted.com/subscriptionsIf you are listening after 15th September then head to the website to join the waiting list when places open up again in December:socialworksorted.com/thecollective Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comInstagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

https://educationhub.blog.gov.uk/2024/05/16/new-rshe-guidance-what-it-means-for-sex-education-lessons-in-schools/Danny's recommendations: ReadPledge of Pride document - https://www.lgbtyouthincare.com/leaving-care-with-prideStraight Jacket by Matthew Todd - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Straight-Jacket-Matthew-Todd/dp/0552778400 Stonewall charity - https://www.stonewall.org.ukInterACT Intersex advocacy - https://www.instagram.com/interact_adv/ListenGetting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness Podcast discussion on Intersex - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/how-can-we-put-the-i-in-lgbtqia-with-alicia-roth-weigel/id1068563276?i=1000541302609WatchHeartstopper (Netflix) - for the Queer teenage dream.It's a Sin (channel 4/Netflix/Disney) - for a thought provoking and realistic understanding of the HIV/Aids crisis. Very emotive series.Call me by your name (Netflix/Prime) - Romantic teenage gay coming of age film.RENT (ironically you need to rent this...Amazon/Youtube) - for Queer brilliance in musical form!Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comInstagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

FREE Masterclass: Starting in Social Work Wed 4th Sep 7.30pm live via zoom https://www.socialworksorted.com/event-details/starting-in-social-workThe Social Work CollectiveAn online membership for newly qualified social workers to get you through your first year of social work with confidence and calm. A CPD library, monthly masterclasses and mentoring from me: Sign up to the waiting list now: Listen to the latest podcast interview with Dr Jessica Taylor https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/what-does-it-really-mean-to-be-trauma-informed-as-a/id1611439813?i=1000664559723Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comInstagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

In this episode I'm in conversation with Dr Jessica Taylor. We talk about:-Jess's newest book and memoir, Underclass-Trauma informed, anti pathologist approaches-Home education and misogyny-Music, society, culture and change  Links: www.drjessicataylor.comhttps://www.victimfocus.com/Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership email vicki@socialworksorted.com Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comInstagram.com/@vickishevlin_Youtube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

Thank you so much for listening, To follow and listen to Nadia, Fran and Eugene:Website: www.socialmatters.org.uk Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Socialmatterspodcast To watch your free video explaining public law outline processes and get a taster for The Collective: https://youtu.be/Ql-YKetKhKw?feature=sharedTo join The Collective:www.socialworksorted.com/thecollectiveLets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership, head here. Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comInstagram.com/@socialworksortedYoutube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

In this short episode, I want to remind you that balance is a myth.Listen on your lunch, and take a reminder to change your perspective on balance, so you can let go of the pressure you place on yourself.  Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership, head here. Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective The Home Visit GuideThe Child and Family Assessment Guide Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comInstagram.com/@socialworksortedYoutube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

In this episode I talk you through 3 ways to change your view on 'professional' conflict.If you've been dreading meetings because you have a fear of being challenged, or you feel like everything is always pushed back on you - this episode will help.Links mentioned:Free training confident communication Podcasts:Working in multi disciplinary teams with Rob and Nana (the social worker and the mentor)Managing disagreement and decision making as a new social worker Managing meetings as a new social worker  Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership, head here. Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective The Home Visit GuideThe Child and Family Assessment Guide Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comInstagram.com/@socialworksortedYoutube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

This is a recording of an instagram live, to watch instead of listen head hereReferences from the podcast:✅YouTube.com/@socialworksorted➡️Attachment theory with Dr Alice Loving➡️The Gruffalo and Maslow✅The Collective➡️Resource Library➡️Theory➡️Ecological Systems Theory Video✅Free Video training➡️socialworksorted.con➡️free resources➡️Confident Communication video and reflective guide Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership, head here. Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective The Home Visit GuideThe Child and Family Assessment Guide Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comInstagram.com/@socialworksortedYoutube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

As a newly qualified social worker, it's important to read serious case reviews to learn and reflect on practice, but has anyone talked to you about the emotional impact of this.Do you think about where you are when you are reading this information? The time of day? How this impacts your work? Listen to ensure that you are learning, reflecting and staying curious, whilst taking care of yourself and your wellbeing. Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership, head here. Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective The Home Visit GuideThe Child and Family Assessment Guide Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comInstagram.com/@socialworksortedYoutube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

I could talk to Gem all day! But we managed to keep this at an hour for you!In this episode we talk about:-The impact of reducing a person to what they can't do -Confidence  and independence-Content creation and representation -Tea and Gravy There is so much in this conversation to help you learn as a newly qualified social worker. Get in touch with Gem about keynote speaking:https://www.gemturner.com/aboutInstagram: @gemturner LinkedIn : Gem Turner Youtube @gem_turnerLets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership, head here. Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective The Home Visit GuideThe Child and Family Assessment Guide Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comInstagram.com/@socialworksortedYoutube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

This episode is for you if you want clarity on referral and assessment in children's social care. This in an overview of the process and not a replacement for your organisation processes and policy.For more help:The Child and Family Assessment Guide Youtube: Referrals in child protection - what to do Podcast: Undertake an assessment with me  Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership, head here. Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective The Home Visit GuideThe Child and Family Assessment Guide Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comInstagram.com/@socialworksortedYoutube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

If you haven't met Kyrene before, you should know she is one of the kindest, caring people you will find! In this episode we talk about:-Her social work career journey -The challenges of becoming a manager-Being an introvert and managing others-The value of supervision To find out more, follow Kyrene and get her latest guide:https://www.thesocialworkmentor.co.uk/A guide to your first 4 weeks as a manager Social Work Leaders Podcast InstagramLinkedInLets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership, head here. Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective The Home Visit GuideThe Child and Family Assessment Guide Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comInstagram.com/@socialworksortedYoutube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

In this episode I am going to guide you through 3 steps to start beating overwhelm.If you find yourself in freeze or panic mode not knowing where to start, sit down with a brew or head out for a walk and lets do this together.Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership, head here. Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective The Home Visit GuideThe Child and Family Assessment Guide Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comInstagram.com/@socialworksortedYoutube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

In this episode I talk to Calum and Carol about:-Social Workers Union and how it was formed-The value of being part of a union -Managing your boundaries as a new social workerCalum GallacherLinkedinSocial Workers Union Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership, head here. Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective The Home Visit GuideThe Child and Family Assessment Guide Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comInstagram.com/@socialworksortedYoutube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

Whether you are applying for your first role in social work, getting prepared for interviews or thinking about a move or change, this episode includes 3 key questions you can ask to get clear on what you need. Inspired by the seminars I delivered at the Shared Future in Social Work Conference, this podcast is for students and newly qualified social workers, but I also talk about the way I helped 2 very experienced social workers as well.The next Compass event is The Social Work Show in Manchester. You can find out more here. To book in for 1-1 application and interview support click here. To get in touch with me:Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comBook a free 15 minute enquiry call about training and support: HERE.Let's connect on linkedin: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/socialworksortedWatch my latest video: Youtube.com/@socialworksorted Lets connect!To book in a free 15 minute chat with me, to talk about training, development, courses or membership, head here. Sign up to my free newsletter Join The Collective The Home Visit GuideThe Child and Family Assessment Guide Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comInstagram.com/@socialworksortedYoutube.com/@socialworksortedFacebook.com/socialworksortedDisclaimer Thank you so much for listening. Please rate, review and share with one other person - it makes such a difference and I really appreciate your support.

In this incredible conversation I chat to Tamu Thomas, transformational life coach and former social worker, specialising in helping women achieve work-life harmony by aligning with their nervous system for holistic well-being. We talk about:The systemic and structural oppression in social work How to navigate the workplace as a new social workerThe value of regulating your nervous system Tamu's unique approach, rooted in somatic coaching and Polyvagal informed practice, empowers women to reconnect with their core selves, establish healthy boundaries, and build self-trust. Her work is particularly resonant in addressing the unique challenges faced by women of the global majority under what she describes as, "the trinity of oppression” - patriarchy, white supremacy and capitalism.In Tamu's words, "We don't need more self improvement, we need systemic change”. Her insights are essential for anyone seeking fulfilment, meaningful connection and joy in today's fast-paced world.Tamu's links:Book website: https://www.womenwhoworktoomuch.co/International Amazon link: https://hayhs.com/wwwtm_pp_pb_azLive Three Sixty website: https://www.livethreesixty.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamu.thomas/Get in touch with me:Email: vicki@socialworksorted.comLinkedin: Vicki Shevlin Join my membership, The Collective: www.socialworksorted.com/thecollectiveInstagram: @socialworksorted Youtube.com/@socialworksorted *This podcast is a resource for newly qualified social workers. It is recommended that you use this podcast in addition to other resources and always refer back to your employer guidelines when making decisions. This podcast is not a replacement for supervision or organisational training. It's important that you know this podcast isn't peer reviewed. All views expressed are my own and so I encourage you to use your critical thinking skills when you approach this podcast and any other social work resource. There are episodes of this podcast in which I refer to products I am selling such as written guides and in person training. These do not constitute as ads but I want to be transparent about the nature of this podcast and how it connects to my business. If you have any questions about this please get in touch vicki@socialworksorted.com

Students and Newly Qualified social workers... this is for you if you want to feel confident.In this bitesized episode I'll be talking you through 3 steps-Replacing the phrase 'imposter syndrome'-Reframing your perception of confidence-Reflecting on what will change when your confidence doesMy membership, The Collective, is for Students & Newly Qualified Social Workers who want to feel confident and calm. Join to get through your first year without burnout, and practice skills to last your career. socialworksorted.com/thecollectiveTo get in touch:vicki@socialworksorted.comBook a free 15 minute enquiry call with me Instagram.com/socialworksortedYoutube.com/@socialworksorted LinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Thank you so much for listening *This podcast is a resource for newly qualified social workers. It is recommended that you use this podcast in addition to other resources and always refer back to your employer guidelines when making decisions. This podcast is not a replacement for supervision or organisational training. It's important that you know this podcast isn't peer reviewed. All views expressed are my own and so I encourage you to use your critical thinking skills when you approach this podcast and any other social work resource. There are episodes of this podcast in which I refer to products I am selling such as written guides and in person training. These do not constitute as ads but I want to be transparent about the nature of this podcast and how it connects to my business. If you have any questions about this please get in touch vicki@socialworksorted.com

In one of my most memorable conversations I speak to Clair Graham, from Birmingham Children's Trust.We talk about the importance of community, what contextual safeguarding really looks like in practice and the power of parents as partners in safeguarding.I can't wait for you to listen.You can find Claire on linkedin: Clair Graham To get in touch with me:vicki@socialworksorted.comwww.socialworksorted.cominstagram @socialworksortedLinkedin Vicki Shevlin Youtube @socialworksorted*This podcast is a resource for newly qualified social workers. It is recommended that you use this podcast in addition to other resources and always refer back to your employer guidelines when making decisions. This podcast is not a replacement for supervision or organisational training. It's important that you know this podcast isn't peer reviewed. All views expressed are my own and so I encourage you to use your critical thinking skills when you approach this podcast and any other social work resource. There are episodes of this podcast in which I refer to products I am selling such as written guides and in person training. These do not constitute as ads but I want to be transparent about the nature of this podcast and how it connects to my business. If you have any questions about this please get in touch vicki@socialworksorted.com

In this episode I spoke with Le'Siran Edwards, founder of The Social Work Coaching Hub.We talk about:-The difference between coaching and mentoring-The benefit of coaching for social workers -Challenges to accessing coaching -Our own reflections on business and self employment in social work To get in touch with Le'Siran:socialworkcoachinghub.com/www.instagram.com/dearsocialworkerpodcast/https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesiranedwards/To get in touch with me:vicki@socialworksorted.cominstagram.com/socialworksortedfacebook.com/socialworksorted*This podcast is a resource for newly qualified social workers. It is recommended that you use this podcast in addition to other resources and always refer back to your employer guidelines when making decisions. This podcast is not a replacement for supervision or organisational training. It's important that you know this podcast isn't peer reviewed. All views expressed are my own and so I encourage you to use your critical thinking skills when you approach this podcast and any other social work resource. There are episodes of this podcast in which I refer to products I am selling such as written guides and in person training. These do not constitute as ads but I want to be transparent about the nature of this podcast and how it connects to my business. If you have any questions about this please get in touch vicki@socialworksorted.com

Join me in conversation with author and publisher Jayneen Sanders as we talk about:-the importance of body autonomy -how NQSW's can work with families to help open conversations -The importance of modelling consent-using books as direct work Please note we talk about sexual abuse and grooming in the context of social work.Follow:https://www.instagram.com/jayneensandersauthor/https://e2epublishing.info/Lets connect: vicki@socialworksorted.comSign up for email updates: www.socialworksorted.com/thespacenewsletterLinkedIn: Vicki Shevlin Instagram.com/socialworksortedYoutube.com/@socialworksorted*This podcast is a resource for newly qualified social workers. It is recommended that you use this podcast in addition to other resources and always refer back to your employer guidelines when making decisions. This podcast is not a replacement for supervision or organisational training. It's important that you know this podcast isn't peer reviewed. All views expressed are my own and so I encourage you to use your critical thinking skills when you approach this podcast and any other social work resource. There are episodes of this podcast in which I refer to products I am selling such as written guides and in person training. These do not constitute as ads but I want to be transparent about the nature of this podcast and how it connects to my business. If you have any questions about this please get in touch vicki@socialworksorted.com

Join me and Catherine Moore from  @SocialWorkersRise as we talk about the similarities and differences between social work training and practice in the US and UK. We talk about:-training routes and access-private practice and exams-Our hopes for the future of social workFollow Catherine: https://www.socialworkersrise.com/https://www.instagram.com/socialworkersrise/Let's connect:vicki@socialworksorted.comwww.socialworksorted.cominstagram.com/socialworksortedLinkedin: Vicki Shevlin Join The Collective: socialworksorted.com/thecollectiveThe Child and Family Assessment Guide: https://www.socialworksorted.com/onlinecoursesJoin the waiting list for The Home Visit guide:https://www.socialworksorted.com/home-visit-guide-waiting-list*This podcast is a resource for newly qualified social workers. It is recommended that you use this podcast in addition to other resources and always refer back to your employer guidelines when making decisions. This podcast is not a replacement for supervision or organisational training. It's important that you know this podcast isn't peer reviewed. All views expressed are my own and so I encourage you to use your critical thinking skills when you approach this podcast and any other social work resource. There are episodes of this podcast in which I refer to products I am selling such as written guides and in person training. These do not constitute as ads but I want to be transparent about the nature of this podcast and how it connects to my business. If you have any questions about this please get in touch vicki@socialworksorted.com