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The strength of our relationships

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In the eastern region we pride ourselves on a long and successful history of collaboration, co-production and support which has not changed even when the directors of children’s services (DCS) or assistant directors may change around us.
Sarah-Jane Smedmor is director of children’s services at Central Bedfordshire Council. Picture: Central Bedfordshire Council
Sarah-Jane Smedmor is director of children’s services at Central Bedfordshire Council. Picture: Central Bedfordshire Council

Our successful collaboration is underpinned by the strength of the relationships that we take time and effort to build and maintain. These were essential for me when I started as a new DCS and now, further into that journey, I’m aware it’s from my regional peers that I find that much needed support and guidance when I need it the most.

In the spirit of this collaboration, we held our regional conference this week, spending the whole day celebrating great social work practice across the eleven regional authorities.

Having spent what has felt like weeks and weeks immersed in budget setting activities, it was such a joy to spend time with fellow social workers, focusing on how different practice models and creativity makes a positive difference for children and their families. What is always striking is the unique differences in practice models and approaches in each local authority. There was a real sense of what drives practice in each place, based on the needs of the communities they serve.

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