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The British Association of Social Workers (BASW) is the independent professional membership organisation for social work

Join more than 20,000 social work professionals committed to the highest standards of practice and ethics. BASW offers services that protect, support and develop your social work career
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New BASW Professional Support Service for members

A confidential support service to help you debrief and reflect upon any current concerns you may have in a reflective space with one of our peer support coaches.
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Social work during Coronavirus (COVID-19) - Ongoing Survey

Sharing and learning from each other
The coronavirus pandemic brings unprecedented challenge and uncertainty for social work. Talk to us - tell us about your experiences and share your questions. Please fill out this ongoing feedback form as many times as you can throughout this period.
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Featured news

BASW England supports LGA in a call for adult social care reform

The Local Government Association has launched a campaign which sets out seven principles of reform for adult social care.

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Webinar: Capabilities Statements for Implementation Resources - Practitioner Tools

For social workers working with autistic adults and adults with learning disability

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Local branches and networks

Local branches and networks

Local branches and networks give you the opportunity to get involved with BASW at a local level.

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Explore social work jobs

For a comprehensive listing of social work jobs both around the UK and internationally

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Find out how one of the UK's fastest growing trade unions can support you

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Developing your career

Social work training

Helping you meet your CPD and career progression requirements and aspirations, whatever your role or level

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Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF)

The PCF is a framework for the nine levels of social work in England

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Professional Social Work (PSW) and other leading titles

BASW publishes three leading titles: Professional Social Work (PSW), The British Journal of Social Work and Practice: Social Work in Action

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