A Career in Social Care: The New Story

Are social care careers misunderstood as just care homes and removing children from their families? Or is the sector an overlooked opportunity filled with diverse roles, true purpose, and career progression?

In this episode, Jordan is joined by Nana Yabbey-Hagan, a social worker and host of 'The Social Worker and The Mentor Podcast', alongside Teresa Wilson, Social Care Director at Brook Street. Jordan, Nana, and Teresa unpack the reality of working in health and social care. From navigating the intense pressures of high caseloads to highlighting the unsung heroes acting as support workers, they reflect on values-based recruitment, breaking down barriers with families and why having empathy matters.

They discuss:

• Defining social care from birth to end-of-life and dispelling the negative myths and stigma surrounding the sector
• The reality of modern social work, including high caseloads, burnout, and navigating a lack of resources
• Breaking down professional barriers with families, such as the simple but powerful act of taking off a lanyard
• The vast variety of unexpected roles available, ranging from helping Grenfell survivors rebuild their lives to taking children to football grounds
• Practical routes into the industry, including university degrees and local authority apprenticeships
• Why authenticity, human empathy, and relationship-based practice are the most essential skills for a candidate

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As always, if you are looking for a new job, why not visit the Brook Street website − there may be a dream role just waiting for you!