Louise Frith is a Student Learning Advisor at the University of
Kent, UK, specialising in writing skills and writing for academic
purposes. She teaches across disciplines, including working with
students on the BA and MA social work programmes. Ruben Martin is
Honorary Senior Lecturer in Social Work at the University of Kent,
UK and a freelance Practice Educator and Consultant. He has also
authored Teamwork Skills for Social Workers, in this Social Work
Skills in Practice series. Communicating in writing is a highly
valued skill which is central to the fabric of social work
practice. Good writing is critical in informing sound decisions in
the interests of service users, yet it is a skill that can often be
neglected in the face of demanding social work roles. This book
aims to help social workers to write clearly, accurately and
objectively in all contexts, so that they can communicate
effectively with multiple audiences. It gives social workers
practical guidance and advice on how to write unambiguously,
efficiently and analytically, demonstrating how important writing
skills are to the professional identity of social workers. Topics
covered include: * Advice on all communication types including
emails, letters, case notes, reports, funding applications and text
messages * Techniques for planning and organising your writing *
Using professional language and vocabulary appropriate to your
audiences * A refresher on common grammar mistakes that can detract
from your message * Information on the legal frameworks you should
be aware of when recording events, conversations, and
recommendations * Meeting the requirements of reports where space
to express yourself may be at a premium Each chapter contains
numerous exercises, with examples of good analytical writing
included to help writers to develop their own competence. Case
studies drawn from real scenarios relate the skills being discussed
directly to practice. This book is an indispensable manual for all
social work students, newly qualified social workers and
experienced professionals who want a practical guide to improving
their writing. *** This book forms part of the Social Work Skills
in Practice series. The series focuses on key social work skills
required for working with children and adult service users,
families and carers. The books offer both theoretical and
evidence-informed knowledge, alongside the application of skills
relevant for day-to-day social work practice. They are an
invaluable resource for pre-qualifying students, newly-qualified
social workers, academics teaching and researching in the field, as
well as social work practitioners, including practice educators,
pursuing continuous professional development. *** 'Professional
writing is an essential part of a social worker's repertoire. Poor
professional writing is frequently criticised, in particular in the
courts, making this volume an essential tool for social workers and
students. It is accessible and clearly written. I highly recommend
it.' Joyce Lishman, Emeritus Professor, Robert Gordon University,
Aberdeen, UK
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