ASYE and Level 2 Children’s Social Workers
Join to apply for the ASYE and Level 2 Children’s Social Workers role at Dorset Council.
Are you a Newly Qualified Social Worker or do you qualify in the upcoming months? Alternatively, have you recently finished your ASYE and are looking to find the best opportunities to develop and progress in the first steps of your career? Come and join us where we have recently been rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted and inspectors commented that practitioners feel supported, valued and receive regular and helpful supervision with access to resources and training.
Make Dorset the next step in your social work career. We understand that your first years as a social worker are important for your career. We have ASYE and Level 2 Social Worker opportunities where you will be supported by a team with a wealth of experience and knowledge.
When You Join Our ASYE Programme You Will Have
* A reduced caseload
* Protected development time
* Shadowing opportunities
* Mentoring support from an experienced social worker
* Access to Peer Support groups
* Specific ASYE training and learning development opportunities
We are looking for people who have a genuine interest in restorative practice and a strengths-based approach to building effective relationships with children, families, and communities. If you are committed to making a difference to the lives of children and young people, we want to hear from you.
Further Information
* Applicants must possess permanent eligibility to work in the UK. This does not include individuals on student or graduate visas. Dorset Council is unable to provide sponsorship for this position.
* We offer a range of benefits including a competitive salary, flexible working, excellent Local Government Pension Scheme, and exciting continuous professional development opportunities. Career progression through three levels of Qualified Social Worker roles, and further development into management and advanced practice.
We are an inclusive, Disability Confident Employer and welcome applications from everyone. If you have a disability and need reasonable adjustments, please let us know on your application. We are committed to equality and share our values through the interview process.
This role is UK based and we will need to establish your Right to Work as part of the appointment process. See our policy on the employment of ex-offenders.
For more information, or to apply, please email the designated contact. There are ASYE opportunities in various Localities (e.g., Chesil, East, Purbeck, North) with vacancies announced as available. Applications will be shortlisted on a stated date and interviews held in person at County Hall, Dorchester, Dorset.
You must have a social work degree or your social work qualifications must be in progress. In your application, we want to hear about your social work placements and the learning gained from those experiences. See the children’s social worker framework. You must be able to fulfil the travel requirements of the post. This post involves working with children and/or vulnerable adults and may require a DBS check.
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