What a fantastically well written and heartfelt piece of inspiration. You’ve done something which I had wanted to do a while back until circumstances changed and I suffered a major bereavement, which meant that I had a bit of a break from work anyway. However, I’m much happier in my current role and feel very supported and have the pleasure of working from home most of the time, along with a lot of autonomy, which I think goes a very long way to making me feel valued as a professional.

I’m pleased for you that your break has recharged your batteries and it seems that the profession has been able to hold on to a much valued professional because you were able to take this much needed break.

Best wishes

CJ

As an old hand I think it takes new Social Workers 2 yrs to learn that they may say no, to enquire what is not to be done if a new task is accommodated and to then stick their hand up when they can take more work. It’s the start of learning to self care, being able to stay and building a career which could last after all that hard work at Uni. That is to everyone’s gain, Worker, employer and the people we support.