Social Workers Union SWU

The Social Workers Union (SWU)  is a trade union dedicated exclusively to social work professionals and run by social workers. SWU exists to protect, represent and support social workers in the workplace. 

Only a trade union can guarantee representation in hearings before an employer. SWU are the fastest growing trade union in the UK with 12,000 members. Opting in to SWU means you’ll receive guaranteed protection at employer hearings and representation from SWU Trade Union officials. SWU membership also offers a range of additional benefits, including:

- Save on professional development courses
- 10% discount on legal fees
- Free financial health check

Social Workers' Union works in partnership with BASW, enabling BASW members to opt into SWU membership for employment representation at internal hearings (subject to eligibility). Together, BASW and SWU offer social workers comprehensive professional support, career development and employment representation throughout every stage of their careers.

Full details of the advice and representation and Social Workers Union can be viewed here.