We value and support our Newly Qualified Social Workers. We believe the foundations of the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) are paramount to building confident Social Workers and so we are really proud of our ASYE Program and the support we offer to Newly Qualified Social Workers in helping them develop and advance their careers with us.
ASYE Programme 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.
For further information about our ASYE Program, including helpful videos and testimonials, please visit our website. We currently have vacancies across various service areas, which will be discussed with you at interview. In addition, we also expect you to share and deliver accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability.
Please note that an Enhanced DBS check is required for this post. Please ensure your application includes a full career history and provides reasons for any gaps. For information on our approach to the recruitment of ex-offenders, please see our. Leicestershire Children and Families Services.
Professional Development and Training
* We run several conferences each year for staff to come together, reflect and learn.
* Every team sets aside time for team learning each month.
* You will receive consistent, regular, and reflective supervision including group supervision support.
* Twice a year our senior leaders take a week out and spend time with Social Workers, observing practice and talking to young people, parents, and carers about their experience of services.
* All Social Work England registered workers have three extra Continuous Professional Development days each year.
* Our highly valued training offer supports career progression and includes Practice Educator Awards and Aspiring Managers Program.
* We have an experienced team dedicated to supporting practice excellence.
* Our Practice Development Group is well established for practitioners to collaborate on practice development.
* We have a Critical Incident Response service for staff which provides independent therapeutic support within 48 hours.
* We have an excellent Wellbeing Service providing specific support to staff when needed, but also offer events throughout the year.
Qualifications
* Hold a Social Work degree or equivalent (e.g. CQSW, DipSW) specialising in children's services within a number of years or expect to qualify within the next year. You must also 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. Be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the theoretical underpinning of social work practice and models used.
* 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.
About Leicestershire County Council
At Leicestershire County Council, we're committed to making a real difference in people's lives. Our aim is to work with communities and partners to deliver public services that make Leicestershire the best possible place to live and work for everyone. Our employees play a key role in supporting this goal and helping us deliver the vital services we provide to the people of Leicestershire. Whether you're starting your career or looking for your next challenge, you'll find a place with us where your ideas are valued, and your work has purpose. For further information on what it's like to work for us and the benefits we offer, please refer to the following.
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