Why Choose Us?
Afri Care Recruitment focuses on supporting African social workers as they transition to working in the UK. Here are a few fascinating details:
The 6-week Practice-Based Learning (PBL) training programme is designed to immerse social workers in the realities of their profession in the UK, offering a hands-on experience that goes beyond theoretical knowledge. Here’s how it achieves this:
Simulating Real-Life Scenarios: The programme places social workers in situations that mirror the challenges they will face in their roles. This includes managing complex cases, navigating tight deadlines, and balancing competing priorities. By experiencing these pressures firsthand, participants gain a deeper understanding of the demands of the job.
Understanding Expectations: Classroom or online training often lacks the dynamic nature of real-world practice. The PBL programme bridges this gap by exposing social workers to the expectations of local authorities, including the need for timely decision-making, effective communication, and adherence to policies and procedures.
Building Resilience: By confronting the realities of the role during training, social workers develop the resilience and adaptability required to thrive in their positions. This preparation helps them approach their work with confidence and competence.
Enhancing Retention: When social workers arrive with a clear understanding of the role’s demands and expectations, they are better equipped to handle the challenges. This reduces the likelihood of burnout and increases job satisfaction, ultimately improving retention rates for local authorities.
Practical Skill Development: The programme focuses on honing practical skills, such as case management, risk assessment, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. These skills are essential for effective social work practice and are best learned through hands-on experience.
By providing a comprehensive and immersive training experience, the PBL programme ensures that social workers are not only prepared for their roles but also empowered to excel in them. This approach benefits both the workers and the local authorities they serve.
- Tailored Cultural Preparation: Afri Care Recruitment recognises the challenges of adapting to a new cultural and professional environment. Our training programme is uniquely tailored to align with the specific practices and expectations of the local authority where social workers will be placed.
- Practice-Based Learning (PBL): We utilise PBL to train recruits, immersing them in realistic social work scenarios. This approach simulates real-world situations, helping social workers enhance their problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- Extended Support Period: Unlike most recruitment companies, Afri Care Recruitment provides one year of professional practice support after the social workers arrive in the UK. This helps ensure their long-term success and retention in their roles.
- Empowering Social Workers: Our company’s ethos focuses on empowering recruits not just to adapt, but to thrive in their new environment—showing a deeper commitment to their success than merely facilitating job placements.
- Comprehensive Services: We offer beyond recruitment, including mock interviews, visa support, accommodation search, and even Social Work England registration guidance.
Afri Care’s extended support period ensures that social workers have guidance and resources for a full year after placement, helping them adapt and thrive in their roles.
This holistic approach not only eases the transition but also empowers social workers to overcome the challenges they face in the UK.
It’s a unique approach to international recruitment—placing emphasis on cultural sensitivity and professional growth.
