Socialworkmum

24/04/2026

23/04/2026

This new Learning Zone resource explains how a community development approach differs from traditional case-based social work by providing guidance on how social workers can embed values like social justice, empowerment, collective action, anti-discrimination, and equality in their everyday work.

Take time to individually or as a small team to go through the resource and reflect on what might a community-development approach might look like in your day-to-day practice.

Northern Health and Social Care Trust Western Health and Social Care Trust Southern Health and Social Care Trust South Eastern Health & Social Care Trust Belfast Health and Social Care Trust Department of Health NI Public Health Agency

You can view this resource here - https://learningzone.niscc.info/learning-resources/community-development-in-social-work/

23/04/2026

20/04/2026

This week we are shining a light on our incredible kinship foster carers, and the love and stability they offer to ensure families stay connected. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

We’ll be sharing heart-warming stories, celebrating with events throughout the week, and showing our appreciation to our kinship fostering community who step up and provide a sense of belonging in a time of need. 💛

A huge thanks for all you do.

19/04/2026

⭐Recruitment Day⭐
💙Are you passionate about supporting people with learning disabilities to live fulfilling, independent lives within the local community?
👉We're recruiting Support Workers Band 3 and Trainee Support Workers Band 2 (Band 3 on completion of training) to join our Learning Disability Supported Living Service.

📆Come along to our recruitment day in Windsor Day Centre, Rathfriland Road, Newry on Saturday 25th April between 10am & 2pm where you can:
- speak to the team
- ask any questions
- fill out an application form
- complete a short interview on the day
We look forward to seeing you there!

16/04/2026

👉 Join our workshop
For Southern Trust carers of adults with a learning disability.

Registration is essential – please use the link or contact Bronagh or Majella using the details on the flyer.

https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=z8oksN7eQUKhXDyX1VPp82NIHiyMnG9Bim_3RFjgvwdURVlXNDMxSTNJWTRFRFFYMjkwWjYyTllLNC4u&route=shorturl

16/04/2026

Our next Lunchtime Seminar for April focuses on the research in adult safeguarding practice and learning from the Adult Safeguarding Programme Specialist Award. This programme of study promotes social workers’ knowledge and awareness associated with supporting at risk adults.

This presentation will be delivered by Jacqueline McGarry (BHSCT) and Scott Fleming (NHSCT) alongside 3 candidates from the programme.

30th April | 12:00–1:30pm

Northern Health and Social Care Trust Belfast Health and Social Care Trust South Eastern Health & Social Care Trust Southern Health and Social Care Trust Western Health and Social Care Trust Ulster University

Book your free place by heading over to our events page at NISCC.info or click the link here: https://niscc.info/events/lunchtime-seminar-using-research-in-adult-safeguarding-practice-learning-from-the-adult-safeguarding-programme-specialist-award/

16/04/2026

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‘Holding Space: Inside Social Work’ Exhibition Spotlight 📸

Support can be as simple as showing up and listening.

A walk and talk can create space to listen, helping people share their worries in a way that feels right for them.
This , we recognise the importance of connection at the heart of social work practice, and celebrate your inclusivity as you work together across communities.

Thank you! 💛

To learn more, visit: https://niscc.info/holding-space-inside-social-work-first-ever-travelling-exhibition-to-recognise-the-value-of-social-

15/04/2026

Free drop-in session for carers, family and friends of people living with dementia or anyone who is concerned about memory issues.

The team are available to talk with you and answer any questions and signpost you to information and resources if needed.

Where? Armagh Library. 2 Market Street, Armagh. BT61 7BU
When? Thursday 30th April 2026.
Time? 2- 4pm

15/04/2026

As a regulator, everything we do is focused on care. We are a public body established by the Department of Health to support high quality standards of social work and social care.

14/04/2026