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​The work of support workers in supported housing and hostels involves more than just providing a place to stay; it is about creating a nurturing environment where residents can rebuild their lives. This work is a cornerstone in helping ... Read more

In England alone, there were more than 80,000 children in care in March 2023. These numbers highlight the reality that many young people are facing situations where their homes are not safe. This might be because of abuse, neglect or the... Read more

​The social care industry performs a vital function for our society, offering the nurture and support that is needed to keep it going, whether that be looking after children with special educational needs or making home visits to cater t... Read more

O​ver the past three decades, the landscape of social care has transformed significantly, reflecting the changing needs of individuals and the evolving dynamics of society. From advancements in technology to shifts in societal attitudes,... Read more

​As Brook Street Social Care celebrates its 30th anniversary, we reflect back on three decades of matching the best candidates to the best roles in social care.Since our start in 1993, we have placed over 20,000 fantastic people in meani... Read more

​This year we’re thrilled to be celebrating 30 years of Brook Street Social Care, and to mark the occasion, here are some reasons why social care might be the career for you:Making a difference in people's lives:Working in social care al... Read more

The past two years have been a difficult time for the adult social care workforce. As the whole world was thrown into uncertainty and struggled to understand the new and pernicious Coronavirus, care sector staff around the country did ... Read more

Thinking about a career in social care but not quite sure where to start or how to break into the sector? We’re giving you the lowdown on what you need to do and how you can find out whether a job in social care is where you’re destine... Read more

Working in social care can be demanding and requires a multitude of different skills to be able to manage the day-to day. In such a varied profession, what are the top qualities every care worker needs to do their job? Here are just fi... Read more

Even before the impact of Coronavirus, the UK care workforce was experiencing a huge shortage of talent. Now with the pressure put on the sector by the COVID-19 pandemic, along with new restrictions on EU nationals entering the workfor... Read more

Running efficient meetings can be a difficult task under the best of circumstances. When all attendees are remote and reliant on technology, the challenge can be even greater. Here are tips for how you can help ensure your virtual meetin... Read more

Comment by Sarah Munday, operations director, Brook Street: There is much focus on the social care sector and its vital role in delivering support during the COVID-19 crisis. Carers on the frontline see its importance first-hand. I... Read more

At a time when 87% of the world’s student population is affected by school closures, it is more important than ever that working parents have the support they need to juggle their workload in addition to managing the home schedules of ... Read more

Now that's summer here and It's almost here. The days are longer, the mornings are brighter and you're waking up with a spring in your step. Your exams are over for the most part, and you've got months ahead of you of blissful freedom. T... Read more

Bagged yourself an interview? Good work! You’re half way there to getting the job you want and deserve. Your next step is to ace that interview and bag yourself a new job. Preparation is key and will help you feel confident in your inter... Read more

Job hunting can be a stressful and tough time for anyone. Irrelevant of how experienced you are or how much you think you know about recruitment, it can still be stressful. Thankfully, here are a few vital tips that can help ease the pre... Read more

Your cover letter is the first and possibly only thing your potential employer will see to determine whether you are right for the role they are recruting for. It's your opportunity to get noticed so you want it to be perfect. We’ve crea... Read more

Your CV is your gateway to your dream job. It's where you'll showcase your experience and capabilities to future employees. Your CV should reflect who you are whilst showing what a great asset to an organisation you would be. It's also y... Read more

Studies have shown that a good work/life balance contributes to stronger mental health, higher productivity good staff retention.  However, what defines a 'perfect' work/ life balance is different for each individual.  One size does not ... Read more

When working in a busy job with a heavy workload, it is easy to forget to look after yourself. Recent studies by Health and Safety Executive  have shown that between 2017 – 2018, 595,000 workers in the UK suffered with depression, anxiet... Read more

Is your job particularly stressful? Do you find yourself constantly on the back foot when it comes to your workload? We’ve all been there and it can be difficult to find a way out or to feel like you’re on top of things again. But with a... Read more

Throughout your professional career, you may encounter forms of disappointment on a daily basis at work. Failure to complete a project on time, an email which has gone out with spelling mistakes, or letting a client or a colleague down i... Read more

There's nothing worse than feeling like you're stuck in a rut or unhappy at work. According to Business Insider, an average person will spend 90,000 hours at work over their lifetime - roughly 30%. This is far too long to be unhappy for,... Read more

To mark International Women's Day we speak to Permanent Team Leader, Celine Deglos about her experience at BS Social Care. In the 1940’s Margery Hurst, through commitment and ambition founded Brook Street, with a drive to deliver qual... Read more

It's not uncommon to have phases at work where you find yout tasks difficult to complete or you even dread the thought of going to work at all. But when it starts to go on for prolonged periods, it's time to listen to your body both phys... Read more

Working in social care can be demanding and requires a multiple of different skills to be able to manage the day-to day. In such a varied profession, what are the top qualities every social worker needs to do their job? Here are just fiv... Read more

It's said that the beginning of the year is the best time to look for a role. Vacancies tend to go up, with vacancies in the social care sector increasing by 1.5% within a year. Moving roles to take on a more fulfilling job or changing y... Read more

We all know the feeling when we’ve realised we’ve made a mistake at work. In social care, where you are supporting vulnerable people, the consequences can be greater and so can the guilt. So, when the mistake has officially been dealt wi... Read more

It's estimated that over Black Friday and Cyber Monday we’ll spend billions of pounds on new gadgets and gizmos.  And just like when you're hunting around for your next role, there are pitfalls to look out for and ways of making sure you... Read more

If you’re thinking of looking for a new job then adding some valuable skills to your CV is a sure-fire way to make you stand out.It doesn't have to cost you any money and you can do it from the comfort of your own home! Making time for l... Read more

If this is your first time going into an interview for a Support Worker job or you’ve had a few but just need some more advice, then read on below. We’ve put together some tips on how to ace your interview whether you’re new to social ca... Read more

If you're just about to start a new role, well done and good luck! Don't let nerves get the better of you before your big day starting in your new job. Let us take you through these handy tips to help you through. Just remember the inter... Read more

In an industry where the quality of life of the people you care for is the priority, it can be very difficult to take time out and to find a work/life balance. But this becomes all the more important as stress starts to impact the qualit... Read more

Thinking about a career in social care but not quite sure how to start and break into the sector? We give you the lowdown on what you need to do and how you can find out whether a job in social care is where you’re destined to be. Do ... Read more

There'll be times when it feels like work is beginning to creep further and further into your personal life. This can lead to you feeling stressed, unhappy and unproductive at work. It’s important to tell your manager as soon as you feel... Read more