In this episode, we focus on all things relating to the practicalities of being on a placement. Touching on home visits, the timing of visits, safety, and risk assessments, as well as writing comprehensive case notes, timekeeping, management of tasks and working with multi-agencies.

Our hosts, Colleen Simon and Tienga Ngale are joined by Sophia Onuh and Michelle Boreland.

Sophia Onuh is an experienced SW & Lecturer in Social Work @ Yeovil College University Centre, and

Michelle Boreland is an experienced SW, MASH DTM & Practice Educator.

Aleski Brandy-Williams’ book on “Preparing for First Social Work Placement” as an introductory guide for aspiring social workers in the children and young people service was featured. The book can be found here: https://brandy-williams.co.uk/shop/ols/products/preparing-for-first-social-work-placement