Calling all Social Workers

Had my interview with Borough of Merton this past Monday in NYC. My recruiter called today to inform me that Merton is offering me a position. Don't have any details...which position and at what salary but it's a bonafide offer! London, here I come!

Yeah, Paula!  I'm so happy for you!

Hello everyone, i will soon be relocating to UK through HSMP Work Permit. I am in the process of getting my EC, but i will like to start applying for job immediately, because i am planning to move by mid November.

I need advice on how to write my CV. I am planning a change in career from Banking and Financial sector to Social Care/ Social Work Career. I have a B.A.Ed in English and Gd in Management, a year teaching experience and 13 years experience in Banking and Financial sector.

I am undergoing studies in Social work at a College in Cornwall, UK 'Social Work with Children and Families' ASET Accredited NVQ4. I will hopefully have my final Examination in the next 2 weeks.

Could anybody please advise me on how to write my CV, seeking a job in Social Care given my work experience and background.

Every contribution will be highly appreciated    

Had my interview with Borough of Merton this past Monday in NYC. My recruiter called today to inform me that Merton is offering me a position. Don't have any details...which position and at what salary but it's a bonafide offer! London, here I come! 

How exciting! Congratulations!

Had my interview with Borough of Merton this past Monday in NYC. My recruiter called today to inform me that Merton is offering me a position. Don't have any details...which position and at what salary but it's a bonafide offer! London, here I come! 

You must be thrilled!! Congrats, Paula!

Hi there. It's not exactly the same, but I also have a BA in English and worked in marketing for many years and recently switched careers in a pretty big way - went back to school to study psychology and am working for a mental health charity. I'm happy to send you a copy of my CV if you pm me your email address....

Hello everyone, i will soon be relocating to UK through HSMP Work Permit. I am in the process of getting my EC, but i will like to start applying for job immediately, because i am planning to move by mid November.

I need advice on how to write my CV. I am planning a change in career from Banking and Financial sector to Social Care/ Social Work Career. I have a B.A.Ed in English and Gd in Management, a year teaching experience and 13 years experience in Banking and Financial sector.

I am undergoing studies in Social work at a College in Cornwall, UK 'Social Work with Children and Families' ASET Accredited NVQ4. I will hopefully have my final Examination in the next 2 weeks.

Could anybody please advise me on how to write my CV, seeking a job in Social Care given my work experience and background.

Every contribution will be highly appreciated    

Hello everyone.

It has been awhile since I have been on, but i wanted to let the Social Workers in London know that I am on my way!

I had an interview on Thursday, and the told me today that i have a job.  Don't know all the details yet.

It is with the Borough of Brent.  For anyone looking to come over to the UK I wanted to let you know that an agency is not the only way to go.  I applied for this position directly through the borough, and did not use an agency.

I will be seeing y'all (I need to stop saying that, I won't be in TX for long )

Congrats, Joshua! Are you as excited as I am?

Hello everyone.

It has been awhile since I have been on, but i wanted to let the Social Workers in London know that I am on my way!

I had an interview on Thursday, and the told me today that i have a job.  Don't know all the details yet.

It is with the Borough of Brent.  For anyone looking to come over to the UK I wanted to let you know that an agency is not the only way to go.  I applied for this position directly through the borough, and did not use an agency.

I will be seeing y'all (I need to stop saying that, I won't be in TX for long )

Congrats,Josh!

Were you offered any assistance with a work permit or relocation allowance? I will need a permit when I go over and have been wondering if an agency is the only way to go to get one.
If any one could give me any info on that, I would be grateful. I am also interested in what level of salary one could expect to earn with an LMSW or LISW. I know that money is a personal subject but I am trying to figure out if I could make it without a huge financial struggle. The ads I've looked at have salaries that vary widely. Can anyone give me a ballpark figure?

Thanks in advance.

Liz

Congrats Joshua,

mind sharing your job hunting story?

Congrats,Josh!

Were you offered any assistance with a work permit or relocation allowance? I will need a permit when I go over and have been wondering if an agency is the only way to go to get one.
If any one could give me any info on that, I would be grateful. I am also interested in what level of salary one could expect to earn with an LMSW or LISW. I know that money is a personal subject but I am trying to figure out if I could make it without a huge financial struggle. The ads I've looked at have salaries that vary widely. Can anyone give me a ballpark figure?

Thanks in advance.

Liz

Liz,

May I PM you? I don't mind sharing my information about salary, etc.

Paula:  YES!!  I am.  What I am most excited about is the weather.  It is 97degrees today in Dallas, and it is Sept 27th    Won't have to worry about that in London!

Liz: From my research i think you are looking anywhere from 26 - 31 GBP a year around London.  You won't be rich (but hey, no social worker will), but you should be able to support yourself and travel some.  There is a relocation allowance and the borough is getting my work permit.

Paula: YES!! I am. What I am most excited about is the weather. It is 97degrees today in Dallas, and it is Sept 27th Won't have to worry about that in London!

I sympathize! I'm from New Orleans and left to live in a more temperate climate (NC). I'm looking forward to the weather in the UK but will miss the gorgeous fall colors we usually have here...except this year...and last year...

Liz,

May I PM you? I don't mind sharing my information about salary, etc.

Yes, Paula. Please do. Thank you.

Liz

Liz: From my research i think you are looking anywhere from 26 - 31 GBP a year around London.  You won't be rich (but hey, no social worker will), but you should be able to support yourself and travel some.  There is a relocation allowance and the borough is getting my work permit.

Josh, thanks for the info.

Paula:
I too interviewed with Merton council in NYC last week and recieved a verbal offer of employment. I was pleased to find your post. I am anxiously waiting on the formal offer; you too? I plan to start in Jan but will be going over in November for a week to get things set up. Have you heard of the Key worker living scheme - www. keyworkerliving.co.uk [nofollow] ? It can provide housing options for key workers at discounted rents. 
Have you received any responses on your request for information about Merton burrough/council? I'm interested in any information about them too.
See you soon! Sooz