Nailing Your Next Job Interview: Tips for Social Workers

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In this episode of The Social Work Pivot Podcast, we explore practical strategies to help social workers succeed in job interviews. If you're aiming for a role in statutory services, this episode covers the essentials to ensure you present your skills, communicate your experience, and emphasise your values confidently. Learn what to focus on in your preparation, how to handle common interview questions for social work roles, and ways to stand out by showcasing your unique insights and adaptability. With tips for social workers at every stage of their career, this episode will leave you feeling prepared, confident, and ready to make your next career pivot.
Resources & Further Reading:
- BASW's Careers and CPD Resources: https://www.basw.co.uk/professional-development – The British Association of Social Workers (BASW) offers a range of career development resources, including interview guidance, CPD opportunities, and tools to strengthen your professional profile.
Quick Tips Mentioned in the Episode:
- Research the organisation's values and prepare responses that show how your approach aligns with their mission.
- Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure your answers to competency-based questions, providing clear and relevant examples.
- Prepare thoughtful questions for your interviewer that demonstrate your genuine interest in the role and an understanding of the organisation’s aims.
Tune in for tips to boost your interview confidence and help you step into your next role with ease!

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1. Nailing Your Next Job Interview: Tips for Social Workers (00:00:00)

2. Demonstrating capability without direct experience (00:06:36)

3. Internal interviews (00:09:37)

4. Asking questions to the interviewing panel (00:15:15)

5. Negotiating a better starting salary (00:18:07)

6. Summary (00:22:50)