Could you be a social worker? - Find out what life as an adult care social worker is like

If you are thinking about starting or progressing your career in social work these videos provide a real insight into what working for Gateshead Council is like. Colleagues describe everything from induction, support, training and career opportunities to work perks, work life balance and the culture.

You can listen to newly qualified, experienced and well-established colleagues as well as those looking to progress their careers, so wherever you are on your journey you can find out what to expect in Gateshead. 

Let our colleagues describe why they are so committed to working in adult social care and the difference they make to the people of Gateshead through their role as a social worker.

Kate and James

The environment is supportive where we work for better outcomes and futures for the people of Gateshead. Kate and James tell us more about the support package that allows them to do their jobs well.

Bokali and Rachel

We work together as a family to make Gateshead a better place to live, work and visit. Bokali and Rachel explain more about working as a family...

David and Angela

There is a culture of learning and growing your own in Gateshead. Listen to David and Angela describe the support available to help you develop your social work career and manage others ...

Louise and Meghan

Let Louise and Meghan tell you how newly qualified social workers are supported to complete their Assessed Supported Year in Employment...

Dean and Rachel

There are great job opportunities to progress to and always somebody to help. Listen to Dean and Rachel explain how you can develop your career into different directions with the right support.... 

Jack and Joanne

Gateshead is forward thinking. Jack and Joanne describe how Adult Social Care look at continuously improving by taking stock of what is and isn't working well...