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Motion · S6M-00340 · 9 Jun 2021

New Support Service Established for Social Workers

Lodged by Fulton MacGregor (Scottish National Party) Standard Motion 16 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament commends a new free social work support service that aims to alleviate the stress and pressures faced by workers in the profession because of the COVID-19 pandemic; understands that it was established after research by the Social Workers’ Benevolent Trust suggested that up to 75% of social workers described themselves as emotionally and mentally exhausted, with almost 25% seeking professional help; notes that the support service will offer them a platform to talk and think through any issues that they might be facing with a fully-trained volunteer coach; recognises that social workers who want to support their peers can volunteer to become coaches themselves, and will receive full training in coaching and mentoring; recognises that the peer to peer service is being funded by the Scottish Government and delivered by the Scottish Association of Social Work in partnership with Strengthening Practice; praises social workers for their vital and diligent work during the pandemic; acknowledges the additional stress and pressure that the events over this time have put on the sector, and applauds all those who came together to establish this important support service.

Supporters (16)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.