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About the Programme
Approach Social Work (formerly the Frontline programme) is a fully funded training programme that helps you step into children’s social work with the training, tools, and support to make a difference. You will develop a deep understanding of child‑focused practice, build relationships that create real change, explore anti‑discriminatory, anti‑oppressive and anti‑racist approaches, and earn a master’s degree along the way.
What to Expect
Year One
* Begin study for your postgraduate diploma
* Work with children and families within a local authority, supported by experienced tutors and practice educators
* Receive a bursary of £18,000 or £20,000 (depending on location) to help with living and travel costs
Year Two and Three
* Move into a paid role as a newly qualified social worker (up to £34,000, or more in some London boroughs)
* Continue working towards your master’s degree
* Join the Frontline Fellowship, a national community offering career‑long support and development
The Role
You will learn how to build relationships, make difficult decisions, and advocate for child safety and wellbeing. That means:
* Visiting a child at home or school
* Supporting a parent through difficult circumstances
* Working with teachers, health professionals or police
* Writing reports and helping decide what’s safest for a child
The role requires empathy, resilience, and strong judgement, rooted in anti‑racist, anti‑oppressive and anti‑discriminatory practice.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applicants from all degree backgrounds and are especially keen to hear from those underrepresented in the sector, including men and people from racially diverse communities. You don’t need experience in social work, just the right values, resilience, and commitment to making a difference. If you are in your final year of studying for an undergraduate honours degree, we would love to hear from you. Alternatively, if you already hold an undergraduate degree and are working in a related role such as a youth worker, support worker, teacher, learning support assistant, teaching assistant, care worker, key worker, or social work assistant, you may apply.
Eligibility Requirements
* Have at least a 2.2 (predicted or obtained) in an undergraduate degree (honours) (or international equivalent)
* Have obtained GCSE English Language at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent qualification)
* Possess the right to work and study in the UK (including access to public funds) for the duration of the programme (until September 2029)
* Be resident in England by the time the programme commences
* Not be a qualified social worker
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Real Support. Real Skills. A Career That Matters.
Delivered by children’s charity Frontline. Formerly known as the Frontline programme.
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