Wow, it’s very sad to your story… sounds like some LAs lacks integrity. I’ve raised concerns with DfE in a focus group about taking a deep look at the leadership because sometime it ain’t the frontline needing fixing but rather the leadership it self needs measured reflection.

If the data presented here is correct than the march isn’t in the direction you suggest. As for promotion or appointment being made on the basis of ideology rather than merit I suggest that merit plays little to no part and more importantly has rarely been the main consideration. I have been approached several times to “apply” for posts above my grade with the slight wink that the outcome is already in my favour. I have declined each time not because I’m virtuous but because I rather witness corruption from the outside than be a part of perpetuating it. Every social worker will have stories about inappropriate appointments and promotions and croynism.

Maybe she thinks she’s found a stepping stone to credibility…