This paper sets out Sefton’s response to
the recruitment and support for our newly qualified social workers
(NQSW’s). The paper details the problem that exists on a
national and local level and the impact on the local authority, the
newly qualified social worker and most importantly the families who
we work with.
The paper details Sefton’s response and outlines our new
Social Work Academy. The report sets out the Academy working model
and the impact we hope to achieve and some of the early signs of
impact. The report concludes with how the Academy can continue can
support Sefton children services and the wider council
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: For Determination
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Decision due: 31 Jan 2023 by Overview and Scrutiny Committee (Children's Services and Safeguarding)
Lead director: Assistant Director - Quality Assurance and Safeguarding
Contact: Julie Campbell-Stenhouse Email: risthardh.hare@sefton.gov.uk Email: julie.campbell-stenhouse@sefton.gov.uk.