Liz - Team Manager Professional Practice Educator
Name: Liz
Job role: Team Manager
Year qualified (as SW): 2010
Why did you become a social worker?
I became a social worker as I wanted a career that was challenging but rewarding as well. I had worked in a school office for a number of years and saw working with children and families as something I was naturally drawn to and I felt I could make a difference being a social worker. Initially I wanted to work in adult mental health, however my final placement was in the Referral and Assessment team (RAS) in Coventry which is where I developed my passion for working with children and their families.
Three tips for our ASYEs:
- Allow yourself time to reflect on the work you are doing to ensure the best decisions are made.
- It is okay to not know something…ask for support and be curious in sourcing the answer.
- Make sure you take time for yourself.