Specialised Recruitment
What makes us different? IRIS People is a practice organisation, run by experienced practitioners and managers, so we understand the nature of the work and are aware of the challenge currently faced in this sector. IRIS is more than an employment agency; we, like you, work with real people, real children, real challenges. People who come to us experience a team of expert, knowledgeable, effective and trusted, mutually supporting and positive professionals.
All IRIS People receive regulare, extensive professional support and training through our mentoring process, and frequent reviews to ensure the highest standards of practice are maintained. This includes:
- Three days induction training
- 15 days free training over a three year commitment that meets the requirements of continued GSCC registration.
- An allocated practice mentor. Mentors are Social Work pracitioners with significant experience and understanding of the practice area they are supporting. They will assist, guide and support Social Workes on a needs-led basis and undertake a formal monthly consultation with each associate to promote practice standards, provide personal support and encourage professional development.
- Access to formal twelve hours a day, seven days a week on-line support via the IRIS web based mentor service.
- Access to additional advice, support and information from peers, mentors and external bodies via the secure IRIS online community.
- Access to specialist training according to individual and placement need.
All newly qualified social workers will also receive during their first year of practice:
- Fortnighly consultation with their allocated mentor.
- Additional front loaded preparatory training before taking up a position and access to needs-led additional training.