Resources

A short paper that defines transformational change, with insight from Alexandra Clarke, Senior Service Designer at the Health and Social Care Improvement Hub (ihub).

A short paper on the Safe and Together approach to tackling domestic abuse with insight from Andrea Davidson, Team Leader in a Children’s Social Work Practice Team.

A short paper on duty of candour in social services, with insight from Jackie Weston, Director of Care at Care Concern Group.

Four stories that beautifully illustrate what everyday leadership looks like from the frontline - and the difference it can make to the lives of people that are supported.

A short paper on recording practice in social work, with insight from Sharon Laing, Service Manager Corporate Parenting, East Ayrshire Council.

Social pedagogy chimes with Kilbrandon’s conception of social education, but also offers a suggestive framework within which to locate current policies.

A summary of the work of Iriss and partners in the implementation of the health and social care standards.

Outlines research to support practitioners working with high-risk offenders. It draws on relevant literature to inform understanding of: persons who commit sexually abusive behaviours; approaches to…

This evidence summary reports on the elements thought to contribute to a healing environment for children who have experienced trauma.

Summary of our work across 2018–19, highlighting the difference we've made to social services in Scotland.