Messy Social Work

In this episode, Rich and Tim explore the practicalities of analysis. Rich draws on his wealth of experiences and deep dives into analysis. Tim showcases his podcasting skills with an expertly timed musical interlude, which allows Tim and Rich to transition smoothly to talk about the Relational Activism Manifesto. Finally, we say goodbye before concluding with an Eckart Tolle quote—no, wait, we th...

In this episode we speak with Team Manager of a Family Placement Team, Toni Mayo. She talked about:   - Different types of kindship care arrangements  - How LA's can improve their support for Kinship Carers  - How Social workers can support Kinship Carers Tim shares his experience of attending the Kempe Conference, and learning about the Family Finding Model developed by Kevin Campbell, and f...

In this episode, we speak to the brilliant and wonderful, Kar-Man. She generously and articulately shares her story and experience of social workers engaging with her.  We talk about Kinship Care Week (07th -014th October), referencing the following:  https://kinship.org.uk/get-involved/kinship-care-week/ https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/championing-kinship-care-national-kinship-care-str...

This week Tim Fisher and Rich Devine explore the role of story in social work and how we define parental engagement. 

The link for Rhian Taylor's book is here:  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Fosterboy-Rhian-Taylor/dp/183816202X https://blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/product/Fosterboy-by-Rhian-Taylor/9781838162023  The Gaps website article discussed is here - https://gaps.org.uk/how-to-make-a-social-worker-reflections-on-social-work-education/ E-mail for Rhian: Rhian.c.taylor@outlook.com BASW Child Protection Master Cl...

BASW Child Protection Master Class Series: https://www.basw.co.uk/basw-child-protection-masterclass-series Relational Activism Webinar Series: https://www.relationalactivism.com/upcoming Any questions please contact me on richdevinesocialwork@gmail.com Connect with me on: https://twitter.com/RichardDevineSW Follow my blog, where you can be sent fortnightly blogs on topics covered on this podcast:...

This week I interview Rob Tucker, Director and Independent Social Work Consultant at RGT Training and Consultancy Ltd. He is one  of the most impressive and inspiring social workers I have met. I wish every social worker had the chance to learn from Rob about communication skills with children. In my view, he is unparalleled in his knowledge, skill and has an infectious passion for the work. If yo...

BASW Child Protection Master Class Series: https://www.basw.co.uk/basw-child-protection-masterclass-series Relational Activism Webinar Series: https://www.relationalactivism.com/upcoming Any questions please contact me on richdevinesocialwork@gmail.com Connect with me on: https://twitter.com/RichardDevineSW Follow my blog, where you can be sent fortnightly blogs on topics covered on this podcast:...

BASW Child Protection Master Class Series: https://www.basw.co.uk/basw-child-protection-masterclass-series Relational Activism Webinar Series: https://www.relationalactivism.com/upcoming Any questions please contact me on richdevinesocialwork@gmail.com Connect with me on: https://twitter.com/RichardDevineSW Follow my blog, where you can be sent fortnightly blogs on topics covered on this podcast:...

BASW Child Protection Master Class Series: https://www.basw.co.uk/basw-child-protection-masterclass-series Relational Activism Webinar Series: https://www.relationalactivism.com/upcoming Any questions please contact me on richdevinesocialwork@gmail.com Connect with me on: https://twitter.com/RichardDevineSW Follow my blog, where you can be sent fortnightly blogs on topics covered on this podcast:...

Vicki Shevlins website , podcast , and new, brilliant assessment guide BASW Child Protection Master Class Series: https://www.basw.co.uk/basw-child-protection-masterclass-series Relational Activism Webinar Series: https://www.relationalactivism.com/upcoming Any questions please contact me on richdevinesocialwork@gmail.com Connect with me on: https://twitter.com/RichardDevineSW Follow my blog, wher...

BASW Child Protection Master Class Series: https://www.basw.co.uk/basw-child-protection-masterclass-series Any questions please contact me on richdevinesocialwork@gmail.com Connect with me on: https://twitter.com/RichardDevineSW Follow my blog, where you can be sent fortnightly blogs on topics covered on this podcast: https://richarddevinesocialwork.com/about/ If you enjoyed this episode, please s...

BASW Child Protection Master Class Series: https://www.basw.co.uk/basw-child-protection-masterclass-series Any questions please contact me on richdevinesocialwork@gmail.com Connect with me on: https://twitter.com/RichardDevineSW Follow my blog, where you can be sent fortnightly blogs on topics covered on this podcast: https://richarddevinesocialwork.com/about/ If you enjoyed this episode, please s...

BASW Child Protection Master Class Series: https://www.basw.co.uk/basw-child-protection-masterclass-series Any questions please contact me on richdevinesocialwork@gmail.com Connect with me on: https://twitter.com/RichardDevineSW Follow my blog, where you can be sent fortnightly blogs on topics covered on this podcast: https://richarddevinesocialwork.com/about/ If you enjoyed this episode, please s...

In this episode I some learning from recent training on attachment delivered by Rebecca Carr-Hopkins. Check her out here: https://iswmatters.co.uk Any questions please contact me on richdevinesocialwork@gmail.com Connect with me on: https://twitter.com/RichardDevineSW Follow my blog, where you can be sent fortnightly blogs on topics covered on this podcast: https://richarddevinesocialwork.com/abou...

In this episode I explore ideas and principles that I learned over the years to manage time more effectively.  Any questions please contact me on richdevinesocialwork@gmail.com Connect with me on: https://twitter.com/RichardDevineSW Follow my blog, where you can be sent fortnightly blogs on topics covered on this podcast: https://richarddevinesocialwork.com/about/ If you enjoyed this episode, plea...

In this episode I explore ideas and principles that I learned over the years to manage time more effectively.  Any questions please contact me on richdevinesocialwork@gmail.com Connect with me on: https://twitter.com/RichardDevineSW Follow my blog, where you can be sent fortnightly blogs on topics covered on this podcast: https://richarddevinesocialwork.com/about/ If you enjoyed this episode, plea...

In this episode I interview Professor Colin Pritchard, a distinguished academic and in my experience, a lovely, generous, wise individual. Professor Colin Pritchard is an Emeritus Professor, School of Medicine, University of Southampton and Visiting Professor at Dept Psychiatry and Research Professor in Psychiatric Social Work, Bournemouth University. I watched a youtube series of him being interv...

Building on the conversation from last week's episode with Danny and Mike from Lads Like Us, I explore professional curiosity and #askwhy that they passionately and eloquently advocated for. I explore the same topic from a practical and practice point of view.  I share tips and principles that facilitate compassion and professional curiosity with adults and children.  Any questions please con...

In this episode, I am joined by Danny and Mike from Lads Like Us. We talk about:  - trauma, ACEs, criminal behaviour, gangs  - unmet need, unresolved trauma and the path of self destruction  - The importance of making sense of who you are  - professional curiosity  - weaponising empathy  - The power of 1  - recovery, healing and discovering your potential Mike and Danny are incredibly thoughtful,...

In this episode I am joined by social worker and colleague Andy Black, and we reflect on a great question by Rebecca Key,  'how do you walk the fine balance between curiosity, care and compassion for the experiences of a parent without this clouding your judgment or waiting too long to intervene and take action to secure the child permanence and safety in their time scales'.  We are very...

In this episode I am joined by social worker and colleague Andy Black, and we reflect on some key learning from John Burnham who attended a recent conference in BANES. Any questions please contact me on richdevinesocialwork@gmail.com Connect with me on: https://twitter.com/RichardDevineSW Follow my blog, where you can be sent fortnightly blogs on topics covered on this podcast: https://richarddevi...

In this episode I explore the term 'she prioritise her own needs above her childs'. The essay can be found here: https://richarddevinesocialwork.com/2020/06/19/she-prioritises-her-own-needs-above-her-childs/ Any questions please contact me on richdevinesocialwork@gmail.com Connect with me on: https://twitter.com/RichardDevineSW Follow my blog, where you can be sent fortnightly blogs on t...

In this episode I explore whether, in child protection, to build therapeutic relationships. I argue that social work is inherently conflictual, which makes this difficult and explore how we can build meaningful and impactful relationships.  The essay can be found here: https://richarddevinesocialwork.com/2022/10/31/relationship-based-practice-in-child-protection-an-insurmountable-problem/ Any ques...