Stories

Approach Social Work as a foundation for reform

How partnering with Approach Social Work helped Wirral implement the children’s social care reforms.

How Approach Social Work is strengthening practice during reform

Luton shares how it continued to deliver Approach Social Work during reform and what other local authorities can learn from its experience.

Approach Social Work: my path to a rewarding career 

Dilhan reflects on his experience on Approach Social Work and a rewarding career as a social worker.

Be ambitious and be ready to take on the challenges

Huzaifah shares his experience of the first five weeks of Approach Social Work.

Progress is vital for our sector

Mandy, a team manager, explains how Progress has helped her lead with more clarity, confidence and care.

What I’ve learned on Approach Social Work after one year

As she comes to the end of her first year on Approach Social Work, Nabila reflects on the challenges, growth and support that shaped her journey into practice.

A father’s perspective: a social worker’s support 

After Jane’s health took a serious turn following the birth of their child, she and her husband, Joel, faced an incredibly challenging time.

Imaad: he made me feel less alone

Imaad is a young Muslim man who is currently living independently. While he was in care, he was supported by a male social worker, who helped him feel heard.

James: A new beginning with Approach Social Work

After six months of working in Kenya, James moved back to the UK to start a new job, and journey, to retrain as a children’s social worker.