When it comes to social work there is no such thing as "a bit of banter".
I feel really strongly that "banter" — racist or otherwise — has no place in the children's workforce when it comes to vulnerable families.
The whole notion of having a bit of a laugh at someone else's difference comes from a starting point of discrimination. I've heard it in previous jobs over and over again where people would make jokes at people's race, religious practices and culture, all in the name of having a bit of office fun.
Has your team been offered or received any training on working with black, minority ethnic and other communities? Is equality and diversity actively celebrated as part of your day-to-day work? What is your employer's stance on dealing with racist behaviour?
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