Our People
Dave Thomson
Social Worker Case Manager
With over two decades of experience, Dave has been actively involved in supporting individuals with additional needs within the community and educational settings. He obtained his Social Worker qualification in 2017 and has since worked in both children's and adults' social care, specialising in the field of disabilities. Throughout his Social Work career, Dave has primarily focused on assisting children, young people, and their families who face significant challenges and have complex needs.
As the lead professional in multi-disciplinary teams, Dave has effectively supported families by coordinating the network surrounding them and advocating on their behalf. Dave has been entrusted with some of the most intricate cases, providing guidance and support to families across education, health, and social care domains. Additionally, he has facilitated the transition of individuals into adult support services, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
Within adult services, his primary focus has been on implementing organization-wide best practices and expanding support services to ensure better outcomes. He has actively contributed to training and development initiatives, including being involved in the national training trial for Autism and Learning Disabilities. His role encompasses providing comprehensive support, advice, and advocacy during complex decision-making processes related to best interests, deprivation of liberty, and court applications.
In the summer of 2023, Dave joined Rebuild 4 Life as a dedicated member. His expertise lies in children with a range of complex needs and developing comprehensive care and support plans tailored to the specific needs of clients and their families. Dave possesses a friendly and approachable demeanour, enabling him to quickly establish strong connections with clients. Furthermore, he is highly professional and efficient, fully understanding the demanding nature of case management.
Dave's skill set extends beyond social work, encompassing budget management and personnel supervision. He demonstrates proficiency in recruitment, care coordination, and serves as an organized, responsive, and supportive case manager for clients, their families, and care teams. With a wealth of experience, Dave excels in providing guidance, nurturing, and mentoring to junior staff members.
Over the next 12 months, Dave will be actively expanding his expertise in medico-legal work by collaborating with experienced members of the team. He has already completed in-house training and will further enhance his skills by attending external training events later this year.
Dave brings valuable experience in the family court, having previously prepared reports for court proceedings, fulfilled the role of the Child's Social Worker during court appearances, provided testimony, and actively participated in conferences alongside legal professionals and counsel.
Professional Qualifications
Social Work – MA – 2017 – Manchester Metropolitan University.
Film Production Management – BA – 2008 – Bournemouth Arts Institute
Membership of Professional Bodies
Social Work England (SW117688)
Postgraduate qualifications and training
2023 - Mandatory training: Person Centred Care, Health and Safety, Fire safety, Infection Prevention and Control, Basic Life Support, Moving & Handling, Mental Capacity Act and DoLS, Dignity in Care, Safeguarding & Protection of Adults and Children and Communication.
2023 - PREVENT Awareness, Referrals and Role of the panel member
2023 - Fundamental of domestic violence and abuse
2022 - Suicide prevention
2022 - GDPR
2022 - Fighting fraud in Local Government
2022 - Equality and Diversity
2021 - Complex Safeguarding
2021 - CoP – Assessing capacity and best interest decisions
2021 - Safeguarding against radicalisation – The Prevent Duty
2021 - Phycological first aid
2021 - Fire safety and awareness
2019 - Understanding Mental Capacity
2018 - Young People and decision making: Working within the law
2017 - Child Sexual Exploitation
2016 - Emergency Response (primary and secondary defibrillator training)
2015 - Restorative Practice
2015 - EpiPen and Asthma
2013 - BSL levels 1-2
