Social Workers Union

We protect and support social work professionals. Only a trade union can guarantee representation at employer hearings (subject to three month eligibility criteria)

SWU’s position as a Trade Union on health and safety at work and is endorsed by BASW

Find the SWU AGM agenda and papers for AGM 25 Sept 2020. (Member only content)

Search for SWU and BASW events

Find out how SWU is run and governed, including annual member statements, executive committee reports and SWU rules

Volunteers are vital to SWU’s work. Find out how you can become a volunteer in your workplace