UNIVERSITY OF BEDFORDSHRE

BA HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

Module: Portfolio Assignment

Unit title: the Social Sciences at Work

Unit Code: ASS099

Student ID: 1819658

Date:
Introduction

In this portfolio, I introduce myself as Patience Eze Llevbabor, a health and social care student at
the University of Bedfordshire, who hopes to graduate with a BA in 2022. After graduation, with
my academic background, I can provide care and assistance to those who need social services,
employing a varied range of social skills and understanding to provide effective therapeutic
services to vulnerable people.

The purpose of this assignment is to illustrate career prospects relating to my subject area and
preferences, as well as the talents, knowledge, training, and traits necessary to work in these
settings.

As a level five university student studying health and social care, my knowledge and experiences
will equip me to become a trained social worker. My goal is to get a master's degree in order to
work as a social worker. 

Role analysis

Early in the history of human services, which is currently known as social work practice, were
missionary poverty alleviation efforts that developed into nineteenth-century charitable efforts
and initiatives to promote fairness and equality. Today, social workers are guided by the
foundational principles of humanity, equality, and community progress (Gray and Webb, 2012).
From the English Intolerable Acts in the 17th and 18th centuries came welfare dependency,
social and economic policies; from the Charity Organization Society in the mid-19th century,
came crisis intervention; and from the dispute resolution house campaign, which sought to
resolve discriminatory practices, came the current social work practice (Ehrenreich, 2014).

Social work has had a rich history of legislation, including the National Assistance Act of 1948,
the Social Care Act of 1968, the NHS and Community Act of 1990, and the Human Rights Act
of 1998, among many others (Carr and Goosey, 2017). Social workers face a number of
challenges, including a lack of resources and a lack of support from the public. Fortunately,
legislation has been designed to effectively maintain social work practice, such as the Equality
Act 2010, the Care Act 2014, and the Adult Safeguarding Act of 2014, which require local
authorities to conduct investigations or encourage everyone else to do so if they presume an
individual is being victimized (Long et al. 2010).

Social care practice has increased dramatically, but this has not always been reflected in the
proportion of people who utilize social care services. In the United Kingdom, local governments
provided assistance to 1.7 million people last year, an increment of more than 100,000 over the
previous year's total. The demographic trends that have affected this rate of growth in care
requirements have also played a role (Carr and Goosey, 2017). Short- or long-term social care
may be required as the mortality rate increases and the needs of the elderly become more
complex. Elderly people are more likely to need help. It is estimated that 47% of individuals
aged 70 and up need help with everyday duties in 2016/17; this compares to only 18% of adults
aged 65 and over (Pawar, 2014).

After learning what it takes to be a social worker, I want to get my first bachelor's degree by
2022 and then pursue a master's degree to become a licensed social worker. As a result of this, I
will be able to get a working card in this area.

Reflective using Kolb model

In order for reflection to be effective, it must include not just the logical acceptance of ideas, but
also an understanding of the learning activity via personal experience and self-awareness. The
reflective process is especially important in relationship-based forms of employment, such as
social work, since it entails acknowledging and responding to one's own talents and aspirations,
as well as knowledge of one's own impact on others. By following the procedures listed below
(McLeod, 2013), it is possible for me to speak about my talents and skills as well as how to
improve my knowledge and abilities as a potential social worker. 

Concrete experience

Working as a social worker will teach me the importance of communicating with and caring for
individuals who are in need of assistance. Being a student in the field of health and social care, as
well as having the ability to manage one's time efficiently, has given me a significant competitive
advantage in pursuing a career in this field. I was able to care for my elderly deaf grandfather,
who needed social care but could not communicate well because of his handicap, using my
skills, knowledge, and abilities gained from my academic learning. Using nonverbal gestures, I
was able to connect with him and keep the lines of communication open. As a result of my
previous academic training, I was able to establish a rapport with the service user. I feel that I
will need further qualifications and knowledge in order to achieve my goal of becoming a social
worker, and I believe that the course will help me accomplish this goal.

Observation and reflection

Aside from trying to determine whether or not the user was satisfied with my way of interaction,
I also wanted to make sure he was mindful of the potential risks and advantages of my presence.
In contrast, I was able to use body language as a carer to successfully convey the advantages of
my visit by highlighting him. Some of the problems that I will face in my new career were made
clear to me from these scenarios. I have come to realize that I need to work on my
communication skills even more to be a good social worker.

Formation of abstract concepts and generalizations

It was through my interactions with the deaf patient/client that I was able to get insight into the
proper way to connect with people with disabilities. In light of what I have learned from the
aforementioned event, I should be prepared to support the individual in such a manner that they
can see and understand me clearly. This is essential to know (Maclean and Harrison, 2015).

A few examples include sitting in direct line of sight so that the patient can see my countenance,
having personal notes to write down crucial points, and asking precise or closed questions to
ensure that the patient understands clearly. It is important to respect people's decisions even if
they do not agree with you, as long as you are absolutely sure that they understand the
consequences. One of the qualities I need to improve on in order to be a successful social worker
is communication and attentive postural control.
 Asserting the ramifications of different scenarios

Having a notebook and a blue pen on hand is an essential component of my employability skills
and knowledge, so if I need to interact with a service user or document my chat with a service
user for clarification in the future, I always have these items with me. I know I am not very good
with computers. I will attend training on how to employ current technologies like an iPad to
capture data from clients. However, I will need more relevant training to become adept at
technology, which will aid me in my path to becoming a qualified social worker (Gray and
Webb, 2012).

SMART goal-setting for self-improvement

Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Time-limited

I am now pursuing a By finishing my Since my I need to build on my This goal must be
BA hons in health courses, I achieved graduation is communication and completed by October
and social care at the my goal of scheduled for problem - solving 2022 if it is to be met
University of graduating with a October 2022, I abilities in order to on schedule.
Bedfordshire in order BA Honors degree will have become a successful
to get a job as an in health and social adequate time to social worker, since
assistant social care. study how to be a this is the first step.
worker in the human successful social
services field. worker before
then.
The provision of social It is anticipated that the
It is necessary to So that I may have The program may
services requires coaching in technology
enhance my more opportunities be completed
excellent and analytical skills
communication and and gain more simultaneously
communication skills would be completed by
collaborative abilities. experience in my with my ongoing
as well as high digital April 2022.
goal of becoming a studies, and I
skills, which I plan to
licensed social expect to complete
attain by April 2022. It
worker. it by April, 2022.
is included as a
prerequisite in social
worker job
 advertisements as one
of the fundamental
requirements. On or before May 10th
I intend to register for It is doable since 2022, I will have
In order to get more
driving classes in my driving license improved as a driver.
knowledge and the
order to get my To become can be picked up
ability to become a
driving permit as a registered, to by May 10, 2022,
certified social worker.
prerequisite to enhance my which is a year
becoming a social performance, and away.
worker. to obtain a license.
I should be able to get

Job proposal for a Following It is included as a this position by

position in the human graduation, it is criterion in social December 2022.

services field. To pursue a career expected to take worker job

as an assistant place in the period advertisements.

social worker. October 2022.

Personal letter
House number address: XXXXXX
Email address: XXXXXXX
Contact phone number: XXXXXX
John Employer
Social Work Manager
92 Prince Consort Road
KENNINGTON
TN24 7WJ

Dear Sir/Madam,

I would not hesitate to apply for the post of Assistant Social Worker once I discover an opportunity to do
so. I am Patience Eze Llevbabor, a care worker at St Georges NHS, London, and I was intrigued by an
anonymous post for an assistant social worker in your company dated August 10th, 2021. I was inspired
to apply for the job opening after reading the role requirements on your organization's website.

You are looking for an assistant social worker that can evaluate needs and handle cases autonomously,
something I specialize in. As a care worker at St George's NHS, I worked on over 30 cases a year, from
admission interviews through to clinical outcome. From my first to third year as a care worker, I
increased the care completion percentage from 54% to 75% and patient experience from 60% to 89%. It
was important to me to construct a full picture and an appropriate care plan with family members and
participants. This gave me vital skills in eliciting personal data and using it to improve the individual
being cared for. I am a good assistant social worker candidate with many transferrable talents.

I am confident in my talents and team-building skills. My emphasis on developing excellent

professional connections has served me well throughout my career and will serve your business
well. I am a skilled communicator with a demonstrated reputation in case management and a
strong emphasis on professional connections.

I would want an interview as soon as possible. 

Thank you

Sincerely,
Patience Eze Llevbabor (Signed)
Name: Patience Eze Llevbabor

Date of Birth: --/--/19XX

C.V: Personal Statement

I am a highly driven, efficient, and passionate person that thrives on taking on new projects and
completing them on time and to a high standard. I am available for immediate hire. When it
comes to working with a wide range of people, I am a great leader and my academic background
has well prepared me for corporate collaboration.

Education/Qualifications
2018 - Present a Bachelor of Arts in Health and Human Services (Currently in Year 5)

2021/ June Certificate of completion of the Safeguarding Children (Level 2) course

2015/Mar Basic Life Support/AED Certification for Adults

2014/June Seminar (Infection Control) Certificate

2013/May A certificate in Health Care Assistant Development (Safety)

2000-2001 Health and Social Care NVQ 2 National Vocational Qualification

1978– 1982 a high school diploma

Employment History/Experience

January 2006 - to present:

At St Georges Hospital NHS Trust, I function as a full-time healthcare support worker. There, I
provide care to elderly people living with mental disorders such as dementia, in addition to those
who have learning impairments. Understanding people's care needs and designing and executing
an appropriate care plan in partnership with other healthcare professionals on behalf of the client
are two major responsibilities of my work. As a result, I promote and help disadvantaged people
in their community by providing information, moral support, administrative and practical
assistance, and training as required.
1999-2006

Functioning as a professional healthcare worker for Reeds Nursing Agency in Central London, I
have worked at Kings College Hospital, Springfield Psychiatric Hospital, Queen Elizabeth and
Queen Mary Hospitals in south east London. It was crucial to my employment that I worked in
partnership with qualified nurses and other multi-disciplinary clinicians. In this position, it was
my obligation to precisely and swiftly follow the registered nurses instructions. I worked on
numerous units, giving personal care to a diverse spectrum of patients. 

Knowledge and Skills

In addition to adhering to Council standards, methods, and procedures, I also keep tabs on
relevant legislation and procedures associated with the roles I hold. In my work, I am required to
employ the Mental Health Acts of 1983, 2007, and 2005, as well as the Care Act of 2014. I'm
just as familiar with the Children's Act of 1989 as I am with the Working Together Act of 2018.
I'm ready to fight for them because I'm knowledgeable about fundamental freedoms, government
tactics, and the legitimate roles and responsibilities of neighborhood governments. I value and
appreciate the opportunity to educate service users about their rights and responsibilities with
regard to mental health and associated assistance programs, allowing them to make informed
decisions. Relational skills provide me with the ability to form strong bonds with service users,
their families, and other professionals. I'm capable of conveying empathy and concern for others'
situations.
Current job description for a Social Worker

• Evaluating the needs of children, adolescents, and their families accurately.

• Conducting case-specific investigations, assessing and analyzing data, and developing
action plans
• Ensure that there is documented evidence of practice.
• To develop a technique that considers a person's complete circle of acquaintances as well
as their overall development needs.
• Understanding of Equal Justice, Legal Ethics, and Local Authority Policy and Plans, as
well as advocacy for them within the group, workforce, and larger business.
• Ensuring that all care plans adhere to legal and municipal requirements
• Prepare memoranda with assertions and care plans for use in municipal, county, and
judicial hearings.
• Report any problems encountered while working on the assignment to the Assistant/Team
Supervisor and seek assistance as needed.
• When needed, serve as the team's service employee.
• Making use of digital technologies to keep accurate medical records and analyze quality
management data.
• Interact with other agencies and organizations, as well as parents and caregivers, on a
proactive basis.
• Involve youth and their families in quality-of-life initiatives.
• Participate in as many workshops, briefings, and processes as necessary to communicate
the Council's goals and opinions.
• Follow WBC HSE standards, procedures, and recommendations, accepting appropriate
responsibility for one's actions and others, and according to the WBC capabilities
framework's needs (Maclean and Harrison, 2015).    
Person Specification

E: mean Essential. D: Mean Desirable

Qualifications Essential/ Desirable

• A globally renowned social work E

qualification.
• Displaying a commitment to lifelong E

learning is essential.
Experience
• evidence-based expertise in identifying the E

needs of others and implementing

customized programs to meet those needs;
• Newly qualified staff must undergo an
E
obligatory training course in children's and
adult teamwork before starting work.
• Working with children and adolescents
D
requires interdisciplinary.
• Demonstrated capacity to use the principles E
of reflective practice in a professional
social work setting.
• The ability to draft court papers and D
effectively argue a case in court.

Knowledge and understanding

• The ability to detect the requirements of E

individuals and build tailored programs to

address those needs has been demonstrated.
• A mandatory children and adult team
E
training session must be completed by all
newly recruited staff members.
• In order to engage effectively with young
 people, multidisciplinary knowledge is
required.
E
• The possibility of engaging in critical
reflection.
• The capacity to write legal documents and
E
make an oral presentation in front of an
arbitrator or judge.

E
Skills and abilities
• The ability to access information via email E

and a web browser

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
E
applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
and so on).
• Collaboration skills that have been shown
E
in a group setting.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
E
• Demonstrated ability to generate
appropriate reports and keep up-to-date E
documents on hand.
Work-related personal qualities
• Positive client and customer relationships E

• The ability to communicate clearly and

E
effectively.
• The ability to respond to and deal with a
E
wide range of situations and conditions.
• The ability to examine, comprehends, and,
D
when required, makes decisions via the
process of thought.
• The ability to plan ahead of time and stick E
to such plans.

References
Carr, H. also Goosey, D., (2017). Law for social employees. fourteenth ed. Oxford: Oxford
University Press, p.82.

Ehrenreich, J., (2014). The Altruistic Imagination. Cornell University Press.

Gray, M., and Webb, S, (2012). social work hypothesis and strategies, London: sage distribution
ltd.

Long, L., Roche, J. also Stringer, D., (2010). The law and social work. first ed. Basingstoke:
Palgrave Macmillan.

Maclean, S., and Harrison, R., (2015). hypothesis and practice. A direct manual for social work.

McLeod, S., (2013). Kolb's Learning Styles and Experiential Learning Cycle | Simply
Psychology. [online] Simplypsychology.org.

Pawar, M. (2014) 'Social Work Practice With Local Communities in Developing Countries:
Imperatives for Political Engagement', SAGE Open. doi: 10.1177/2158244014538640.