Join us today for access to a range of benefits supporting your career and development
BASW is the largest professional association for social work in the UK. Whatever your background or specialism, we are here to support, advise and protect you at work because we know how challenging each day can be.
As a member, you will receive a range of benefits that will enable you to continue your development through conferences and seminars, networking opportunities and reference materials. We provide our members with £2 million of professional indemnity insurance cover and access to a personal safety service.
We help over 1,000 members each year with expert counsel and guidance through our Advice and Representation service.
Summary of benefits
Code of Ethics
BASW's Code of Ethics for social work practice is the definitive set of principles for social work practice in the UK. Being a member means to also demonstrate good social work practice by following the Code of Ethics.
Protecting you at work
We are there for you, for when you need us, with specialist advice and support. Your membership includes £2 million insurance cover
Professional development
BASW's helps you stay up-to-date and informed through our superb range of sector-leading publications including a monthly magazine, Professional Social Work (PSW), British Journal of Social Work and Practice: Social Work in Action.
Networking
BASW has networks of local activity which means we are never far away when you need us or if you want to use your membership to reach like-minded professionals or further your professional development.
Unmissable events
BASW hosts and supports a number of conferences and seminars aimed at helping you with your practice and with your re-registration requirements.
Supporting Independent Social Workers
'Independent' and 'Independent Plus' insurance packages are available exclusively to BASW members. Fees are in addition to membership subscriptions at £5 or £15.
