Overview
Approach Social Work (formerly known as the Frontline programme) is a fully funded training programme to start a career in childrens social work. It provides up-front training, tools and support, with a pathway to a masters degree and a clear development route.
As a social worker on this programme, youll work directly with children and families to ensure children are safe, supported and able to thrive. Youll gain the skills, experience and masters degree to succeed, wherever your career takes you.
The Programme
Approach Social Work is a fully funded training programme that helps you step into childrens social work with the training, tools and support to make a difference. Youll develop a deep understanding of child-focused practice and how to build relationships that create real change. Youll also explore anti-discriminatory, anti-oppressive and anti-racist approaches and earn a masters 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)
* Keep working towards your masters degree
* Join the Frontline Fellowship, a national community offering career-long support and development
The Role
Youll learn how to build relationships, make difficult decisions and advocate for childrens 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 whats safest for a child
Its a role that takes empathy, resilience and strong judgement, rooted in anti-racist, anti-oppressive and anti-discriminatory practice.
Who Were 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 dont 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 wed love to hear from you. Alternatively, you may already have an existing undergraduate degree and be 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.
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 approved 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
Additional Information
Real Support. Real Skills. A Career That Matters.
Apply now. Delivered by childrens charity Frontline. Formerly known as the Frontline programme.
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