4 priorities for Starting in Social Work
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this recording of an Instagram live I talk about the values of:Perspective Compassion Networkin...
My 3 biggest lessons from Social Work Sorted
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about 3 of the biggest lessons I've learnt since founding Social Work So...
The value of peer support as a student social worker, with guest from the BASW peer support
20 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It was a summer highlight to spend time with Stacey, Leigh-Anne and Michelle to talk about the incre...
Coping with anxiety as a student social worker/ with Le'Siran from Dear Social Worker Podcast
18 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It was such a pleasure to be in conversation with Le'Siran.We talked about: -defining anxiety ...
Reflections: On working with 'difficult' people
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this bitesize episode I invite you to reflect with me:-what happens when we label people as &apos...
Free Live Networking Event: Starting in Social Work
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join the free live networking event:CLICK HERE: Starting in Social Work Wednesday 20th September 202...
The dynamics of social workers and foster carers, with Debbie Bright
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk to Debbie Bright, a foster carer with years of experience who advocates for f...
Using circular questions as a newly qualified social worker
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I give 3 examples of circular questions that newly qualified social workers can use ...
Asking for feedback as a newly qualified social worker
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you would rather watch this via Instagram live then head here. In this episode I talk about: ➡...
4 steps to starting an assessment
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about;Explaining assessment processesUnderstanding the information you needCo...
Assessment Skills for New Social Workers: new training
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An outline of my new CPD accredited training and a brief introduction to me, and Social Work Sorted,...
Using social media as a social worker: My experience
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I reflect on my experiences as a social worker using social media. -the potentia...
Enhancing home visits: 5 steps for planning
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I wanted to share a recent instagram live session I hosted on home visits for socia...
Social work and media with Wayne Reid
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk to Wayne about; -his journey to social work-his work with BASW including his ...
Research in Social Work with Professor Martin Webber
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Martin is Professor of Social Work at the University of York. He is the host of the Social Work Rese...
Feeling like you are in the way as a new social worker
29 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about the common feeling of newly qualified social workers... feeling like yo...
Values, goal setting and well-being for New Social Workers
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I invite you to reflect on any goals you set in January.I talk about -why goals are ...
Trauma Informed Practice with Lisa Cherry
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk to Lisa Cherry, an author, researcher, trainer and consultant about trauma in...
Managing meetings as a New Social Worker: Setting Boundaries
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about boundaries to consider when you are chairing a meeting:-being mindful o...
Challenges for New Social Workers with Dr Bernadette Moorhead
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about:Social Work education and what this should look likePractice experienc...
Managing meetings as a new social worker: Your agenda
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about chairing meetings:-How to be mindful of your values -How to decide on ...
Colonialized Attachment, Drama therapy and Social Work with Wabriya King
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about:Dramatherapy and spacesAttachment theory and barriers it createsColoni...
Social Work Interviews: 5 questions you should be asking
20 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is based on one of my blog posts from last year: 5 questions YOU need to ask in your S...
Managing meetings as a new social worker: Preparation
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Managing meetings as a new social worker: Preparation Welcome to this Social Work Sorted series: Ma...
Challenges of working in multi disciplinary teams with Nana and Rob @thesocialworkerandthementor Podcast
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk to Rob and Nana about their podcast, why it works, the challenges they both f...
Overwhelm, taking action and taking care, for new social workers
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week the UK government released a statement on Strategy for Children's social care.This ep...
Working with perpetrators of domestic abuse/with Ciara Bergman
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk to Ciara Bergman, Head of Perpetrator Services at Respect.Ciara Bergman | Res...
ASPIRE: BLMK Aspiring Senior Practitioner Programme 'Tim'
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk to Tim, a senior practitioner working in adults services within a hospital te...
ASPIRE: BLMK Aspiring Senior Practitioner Programme 'Elizabeth'
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk to Elizabeth, a senior practitioner in children’s services.Elizabeth talks ...
ASPIRE: BLMK Aspiring Senior Practitioner Programme 'Jenny'
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ASPIRE is a Social Work Sorted series produced on behalf of Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Te...
ASPIRE: BLMK Teaching Partnership & The Aspiring Senior Practitioner Programme Episode 1
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ASPIRE is a Social Work Sorted series produced on behalf of Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Te...
How your ASYE prepares you to Aspire for more
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An introductory episode to talk you through a project I've been working on. ASPIRE is a Social ...
Realistic plans for New Social Workers
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk to you about your plans for the year-Are they realistic?-How do you feel when...
Reflection & Hope: An End of Year Special
31 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I would like to extend a huge thank you to everyone who contributed to this episode:In order of appe...
New Social Workers and career progression
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about-why new social workers need to think about career progression-redefinin...
From Social Work to Social Work Sorted -About me
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Its been nearly 2 years since Social Work Sorted was founded. As Social Work Sorted: The Podcast gr...
Climate Crisis and Green Social Work with Professor Lena Dominelli
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is a conversation I will always remember. I am very grateful to Professor Lena Dominelli for ta...
How to manage decision making and disagreement as a new social worker
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of many challenges for new social workers: decision making and disagreement In this episode:Man...
Family Group Conferencing & Parental Advocacy with guest Tim Fisher
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode with guest Tim Fisher, we talk about Tim’s journey into social work Family Group...
How to make difficult phone calls in social work
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Phone conversations are a huge part of social work practice.In this episode:Why do we need to use ph...
Social work, stress and the benefit of breath with Miranda and Sam from The Breath Connection
15 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I loved talking all things breath with Sam and Miranda from the North West based The Breath Connecti...
New social workers - stop taking everything so personally!
12 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
New social workers tell me all the time; 'it feels personal' In this episode:How to loo...
Starting in social work: Week 4. Your first Assessment
12 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Assessment is a huge topic to try and fit into one podcast but in this episode I talk about;How to e...
Starting in Social Work: Week 3. Induction and Shadowing
22 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For anyone starting their assessed and supported year in employment (or even those starting on place...
Starting in Social Work: Week 2. Chronologies.
16 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For anyone starting their assessed and supported year in employment (or even those starting on place...
Starting in Social Work; Your First Week in the job
15 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For anyone starting their assessed and supported year in employment (or even those starting on place...
Theory and Reflection in Social Work with Siobhan Maclean
27 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It was amazing to talk to Siobhan Maclean about theory and reflection for newly qualified social wor...
How to take care of yourself: newly qualified social workers, overwhelm and burnout
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As a new social worker, overwhelm can happen very easily.In this episode I talk through some of the ...
What social worker's can learn from Experts by Experience/ with Rebekah Pierre
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I spoke to Rebekah Pierre; expert by experience, author, journalist, and BASW professional officer a...
What does 'direct work' in social work really mean? with Rich Devine
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I chat to Rich Devine, an experienced social worker and writer about all things dire...
Introduction to court skills
21 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I look at;-what do we mean when we talk about 'court' and social work-how ...
Episode 11: International Safeguarding with Ann Marie Christian
13 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I chat to Ann Marie Christian, a Safeguarding expert speaker, trainer and author. ...
Episode 10: Make music part of care planning, w/ Grace Meadows from Music for dementia
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Grace is the campaign manager for Music with dementia and a music therapist with a passion for shari...
Episode 9: Direct Work in Social Work using children's books
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode looks at how you can use children's books in your direct work session. The episode...
Episode 8: Ageism, Racism and getting into Management with Yewande from Young Black Social Workers Network
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I loved talking to Yewande about all things social work. In this episode we discuss:-her social work...
Episode 7: Immigration Social Work with guest Jo Schofield (@immigration_social_workers)
18 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I spoke to Jo (@immigration_social_workers) about;-Her journey to Immigration Social Work-Beating im...
Episode 6: Social Work Interviews: Where to start.
11 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is ideal for anyone who has a social work interview coming up. Whether it’s an inter...
Episode 5: Why I don't use the '3 houses' tool in my social work practice
03 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about the Signs of Safety approach, specifically the direct work tool titled ...
Episode 4: Social Work Home Visits. Where should you sit?
24 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode looks at the final stage of a home visit and covers;What do you step into when ...
Episode 3: Social Work Home Visits: The first knock on the door
16 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The first knock on the door. It's a task unique to social work in the community, having to att...
Episode 2: Planning and safety on home visits
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Aimed at Newly Qualified Social Workers, students and anyone entering social work after a break, the...
Episode 1: Social Work Home visits: How to prepare for a visit
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do you prepare for a home visit? Based on Child Protection social work in the UK, this episode ...
Social Work Sorted: Introduction
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A welcome to Social Work Sorted - The Podcast. A little bit about me, why I founded Social Work Sor...