National Association of Link Workers

National Association of Link Workers Empowering Social Prescribing Link Workers & Their Employers with Professional Development, Training, and Accreditation

The National Association of Link Workers (NALW) supports the professional development of Social Prescribing Link Workers (SPLWs) and strengthens the connection between employers and their workforce. As the driving force behind setting industry standards, we empower SPLWs with the tools, resources, and training necessary to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care. We are committed to improving the professional landscape by advocating for the essential role of SPLWs in healthcare systems. We champion best practices that enhance service delivery and safety. By offering education, accreditation pathways, and professional support, NALW stands at the forefront of promoting excellence in social prescribing for individuals, communities, and healthcare providers. For Employers: Find out how we can elevate your team’s skills and service delivery. For SPLWs: Explore membership and access exclusive training & career development resources.

New year, new development plan. Enrolments open for two 👨‍🎓👩🏽‍🎓NALW-accredited courses:• Level 5 Practice• Certificate...
29/01/2026

New year, new development plan. Enrolments open for two 👨‍🎓👩🏽‍🎓NALW-accredited courses:
• Level 5 Practice
• Certificate in Supervision
Fees & eligibility in the brochure. Use /organisational funding if available.
Learn more https://www.nalw.org.uk/plp-courses/

💡Why not sponsor membership for your to access learning and development opportunties? Lots of employers do this!Sign...
15/01/2026

💡Why not sponsor membership for your to access learning and development opportunties? Lots of employers do this!
Sign up here nalw.org.uk/membership/

Give the gift of growth this festive season 🎁Whether it’s NALW membership, our NHS-standard supervisor course or the Lev...
08/12/2025

Give the gift of growth this festive season 🎁
Whether it’s NALW membership, our NHS-standard supervisor course or the Level 5 Accredited Qualification, you can invest in a ’s future or your own.
👉 Find out more on website.
nalw.org.uk

Find out what a week is like in the life of a ? Read from
21/11/2025

Find out what a week is like in the life of a ? Read from


A Week in The Life of A social Prescribing Link Worker A Week In The Life of a Social Prescribing Link Worker Marie's Story Find out what a week is like for Marie and much more in our book! Graeme's Story Find out what a week is like for Graeme and much more in our Book! Grace's Story “Seeing them...

Give the gift of growth this festive season 🎁Whether it’s NALW membership, our NHS-standard supervisor course or the Lev...
17/11/2025

Give the gift of growth this festive season 🎁

Whether it’s NALW membership, our NHS-standard supervisor course or the Level 5 Accredited Qualification, you can invest in a ’s future or your own.

Support SPLWs to specialise, supervise and thrive in 2026 and beyond.
👉 Find out more and apply via the NALW website.
https://www.nalw.org.uk/

💡Why not sponsor membership for your to access learning and development opportunties? Lots of employers do this!Sign...
10/11/2025

💡Why not sponsor membership for your to access learning and development opportunties? Lots of employers do this!
Sign up here https://www.nalw.org.uk/membership/

ICYMI: The Keep Britain Working📝 presents an important opportunity to re-balance the relationship between work and healt...
09/11/2025

ICYMI: The Keep Britain Working📝 presents an important opportunity to re-balance the relationship between work and health.
NALW :
1️⃣Welcomes..
2️⃣Supports..
3️⃣Insists..
4️⃣Warns..
5️⃣Calls..

READ our full response📝

NALW Response To The ‘Keep Britain Working’ Review (Autumn 2025) NALW 6th November 2025 0 Comments NALW Response To The ‘Keep Britain Working’ Review (Autumn 2025) Introduction The National Association of Link Workers (NALW) welcomes the publication of the Keep Britain Working Review and its...

📢 *NEWS* The UK Government's Keep Britain Working review makes it clear: keeping people in good, meaningful work is now ...
06/11/2025

📢 *NEWS* The UK Government's Keep Britain Working review makes it clear: keeping people in good, meaningful work is now a core health priority and are central to that ambition.
In our NALW position statement, we welcome this focus, but call for reforms and safeguards.
Read our full response here

NALW Response To The ‘Keep Britain Working’ Review (Autumn 2025) NALW 6th November 2025 0 Comments NALW Response To The ‘Keep Britain Working’ Review (Autumn 2025) Introduction The National Association of Link Workers (NALW) welcomes the publication of the Keep Britain Working Review and its...

For those interested in applied research.
02/11/2025

For those interested in applied research.

AbstractBackground. Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) is vital to ensure research remains relevant and reflective of real-world experien

📢 Call for evidence: Help shape the 10-Year Workforce Plan. services & - share your insights and case studies. Dead...
29/10/2025

📢 Call for evidence: Help shape the 10-Year Workforce Plan. services & - share your insights and case studies. Deadline: 11:59pm, Fri 7 Nov 2025. Submit now ⬇️

This call for evidence seeks views to inform the development of the 10 Year Workforce Plan.

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