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Excellence in

Social Work Education

and Professional Practice

through a research-led and evidence-based approach

Welcome

to the West Midlands Social Work Teaching Partnership

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We are funded by our partner organisations to strengthen the quality of education and training for social work students and practitioners across the West Midlands.

Our partnership includes Local Authorities, Children’s Trusts, NHS Trusts and Universities. The partnership reflects the strategic priorities of the West Midlands Association of Directors of Children's Services (ADCS) and the West Midlands Association of Adult Social Services (ADASS). The partnership is led by Principal Social Workers, Workforce Development Leads and Senior Academics across Children’s and Adult Services. We bring together practitioners, senior managers, academics, researchers and experts by experience to support us in our work.

Our partners

The West Midlands Social Work Teaching Partnership represents 21 regional partners, including 12 Local Authorities and 9 universities.

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