Are you -
- Passionate about social work and making a difference to the lives of vulnerable people?
- Committed to inclusivity, anti-racist, anti-discriminatory and oppressive practice, equal opportunities and embracing diversity?
- Committed to high standards of frontline practice and making relationships count?
- Able to demonstrate membership leadership skills and a commitment to ethical practice and a strong value base?
- Interested in shaping and influencing the future work of the BASW England Committee?
- Keen to be an advocate for the profession through campaigning activity?
If yes, we want to hear from you!
An exciting opportunity has arisen for BASW England members to apply to join the BASW England National Standing Committee (NSC). We welcome applications from all parts of the sector including social workers in direct practice, specialist fields, managers, academics, practice educators, independent social workers, and those working in diverse settings.
BASW England seeks to increase the diversity and representativeness of the England Committee. The committee meets 5 times a year.
Those interested in being involved in the work of the BASW England Committee are invited to apply by Wednesday 21st August. Details will be posted on the BASW England website (job vacancies section) with a closing date for electronic voting by Monday 2nd October. Successful candidates will be invited to the next committee meeting on the 3rd December
Candidates are elected for two years and can stand again for re-election for a further two-year period. Travel and overnight expenses will be paid (where applicable)
Click here to complete the online application form
Email lisa.kennedy@basw.co.uk if you require the application form in Word format. Role descriptions can be downloaded (see below resources)
BASW Code of Ethics
As a member of the BASW England Committee you must agree to adhere to BASW's Code of Ethics.
Articles of Association
BASW is governed in accordance with our constitution: Articles of Association. You can find out more about BASW Council and download the Articles of Association here