Vacancies on Council
BASW Chair of Council
After 4 years, our current BASW Chair, Julia Ross, finishes her term of office in September 2026. We are now seeking nominations for election of our next Chair. Could this be you?
If you are committed to BASW’s Vision and ethics, have experience of leadership, understand the role of being a company director and chairing a board of company directors, have strategic oversight – and believe you can take BASW forward on behalf of members and the profession – please consider putting yourself forward to be our next Chair.
BASW Vice Chair of Council
We are now seeking nominations for election of our next Vice Chair. Could this be you?
If you are committed to BASW’s Vision and ethics, have experience of leadership, understand the role of being a company director and chairing a board of company directors, have strategic oversight – and believe you can take BASW forward on behalf of members and the profession – please consider putting yourself forward to be our next Vice Chair.
Committee vacancies
BASW PEHR Committee Chair
Applications are invited for the Chair of the Policy Ethics and Human Rights Committee (PEHR).
PEHR is responsible to Council for advising on matters of UK policy, two nation matters, ethics and human rights in relation to social work.
Applications are particularly welcome from members who have an interest in policy, ethics and human rights in the practice of social work.
Risk & Audit Committee
We are looking for Committee members, who may already have experience in audit, finance, law, IT/data, or risk management; and/or Risk & Audit Committee experience in either the public or private sector, but this is an excellent CPD opportunity for those who do not currently have this knowledge and would like to develop these skills, as full training and support will be provided.
Recognition & Remuneration Committee
As a member of the Committee, you will contribute to upholding the rights and interests of members while ensuring fair and appropriate remuneration practices. This role provides a valuable opportunity to develop leadership skills, gain experience in organisational governance, business development, and financial management, and engage in strategic decision-making. Training and support will be provided.
