We are welcoming applications from candidates with the enthusiasm to learn and a passion for working with children and families. As a Newly Qualified Social Worker on our ASYE Program, you will receive entry-level pay, protected and reduced caseloads, dedicated support, and intensive induction and tailored ASYE training.
Requirements
- Hold a Social Work degree or equivalent (e.g. CQSW, DipSW) specialising in children’s services within the last two years or expect to qualify within the next year.
- Be registered with Social Work England or expect registration upon qualifying.
- Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence (or be able to convert your current licence) AND have access to a vehicle.
- Have experience of working with children and families, knowledge of childcare legislation and Local Safeguarding Children Partnership procedures, particularly in relation to child protection and child in need.
- Have an awareness of the cultural, racial, linguistic, and religious backgrounds of children, young people, and families applying inclusion principles in practice across your work.
- Hold strong assessment skills, capable of analysing information to make sound decisions which offer support and are impactful and be able to demonstrate this via examples.
- Have excellent prioritisation and time management skills to ensure the successful delivery of competing and changing work demands and be able to demonstrate this via examples.
- Be proficient in IT, with sound knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and database applications to ensure clear, accurate and age-appropriate communication with children, families, carers and external agencies/other service providers that support collaborative ways of working both orally and in writing.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the commitments to values and delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents.
Benefits
- Entry-level pay at Grade 9 (£32,070) until full Social Work England registration is achieved, with an increase to the top of Grade 9 (£34,359), plus Market Premium of £3,283) upon registration.
- Protected and reduced caseloads during the ASYE year.
- Dedicated support from the ASYE Co-ordinator, regular network meetings with other ASYEs.
- Monthly reflective supervision with a practice mentor, in addition to supervision with your team manager.
- Intensive induction and tailored ASYE training.
- Working as part of the social work teams to increase knowledge and understanding including co-working with experienced colleagues.
- Enhanced with barred list DBS check.
