Recruitment and Retention Starts with Social Work Education
A Keynote for Senior Leaders, Managers, HR, and Communications Teams in Local Authorities
Recruiting and retaining passionate, skilled social workers isn’t just about ticking boxes or filling posts—it’s about building a workforce that feels seen, supported, and set up to thrive.
​
​In my keynote, "Recruitment and Retention Starts with Social Work Education," I invite you to take a closer, more human look at what it really means to support social workers from day one. Because when we invest in education and development—not just as a one-off, but as a culture—we don’t just reduce turnover. We create spaces where people can grow, feel confident in their practice, and stay committed for the long haul.
​
Why This Matters to You:
​
-
It saves money – Let’s be honest: constantly recruiting is expensive. Supporting social workers properly from the start leads to long-term retention and frees up budget to invest in what matters—your frontline teams.
-
It boosts morale – When people feel equipped and valued, they stay. It's that simple. Education builds confidence, and confidence builds commitment.
-
It strengthens practice – Well-supported social workers deliver better outcomes. When people feel safe to learn and grow, they make better decisions for children, families, and communities.
-
It creates consistency – A strong foundation in education means more aligned practice across teams, which leads to better communication, clearer expectations, and improved impact.
-
It becomes your best recruitment tool – When social workers are happy, they talk about it. They tell their friends, they post about it, they stay. That’s the kind of organic recruitment that really works.
​
Why Book This Keynote?​​
​
I bring my real-life experience as a social worker, mentor, and trainer—paired with an honest, no-fluff approach that speaks to the heart of practice. This session is designed to empower leaders with practical, realistic strategies that actually reflect the day-to-day experience of social workers on the ground.
If your goal is to build a workforce that isn’t just staffed—but truly supported—this conversation is the place to start.
Let’s build something better, together.
Book now to secure your place in the conversation that will shape the future of social work recruitment and retention.