Social Work Apprentice (Family Coordinator)
Service area: CYP Support and Safeguarding
* Build real practice experience through working in a Children’s Social Care team alongside contrasting practice placements.
* Make a genuine difference to families across the East Riding.
* Receive high‑quality support, supervision and learning opportunities.
* On successful completion, you will be able to register as a Social Worker and apply for qualified roles.
Your Role
As a Social Work Apprentice (Family Coordinator), you will work alongside qualified Social Workers to support children, young people and families by:
* Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people.
* Undertaking direct work with families and ensuring their voices shape all plans.
* Assessing needs, developing effective support plans and reviewing progress.
* Working collaboratively with colleagues and partner agencies
* Keeping accurate records and applying relevant legislation, policy and guidance.
You will attend the University of Hull on a weekly basis to complete the modules of the BA Integrated Social Work Apprenticeship, with protected study days and workshops delivered by the Social Work Academy being additional learning activities.
Essential Entry Requirements
To apply, you must:
* Be a current East Riding of Yorkshire Council, Children, Families and Schools employee with confirmed secondment approval from your manager.
* Hold a Level 3 qualification (e.g. A Level, NVQ Level) in any subject and provide your certificate by 7 April 2026.
* Hold Level 2 English and Maths qualifications (GCSE Grades 4–9 / A–C or recognised equivalent) with certificates provided by 7 April 2026.
* Have experience (paid or voluntary) working with children, young people or families.
* Hold a current driving licence and have access to a vehicle.
* Be able to work with children and vulnerable adults with an Enhanced DBS required for both.
Additional qualities we are looking for include strong communication, the ability to build positive relationships, respect for families, awareness of personal values, and understanding of key legislation such as the Children Act 1989 and Working Together to Safeguard Children.
Following shortlisting, the section process involves interview with University of Hull colleagues.
About You
You are:
* Curious, compassionate and committed to improving outcomes.
* Able to balance learning with a challenging and rewarding frontline role.
* Motivated to progress into a qualified Social Worker role.
If this is you, we would love to hear from you.
Name Jill Fisher Role Practice Development Manager (Academy Manager) Email jill.fisher@eastriding.gov.uk Phone 07814 063756
If you already work for the council and have previously used an Employee Self Service (ESS) account, to login to apply online, from September 2025 you will need to create a new account using your personal email address.
If you wish to apply for this role on a secondment basis please ensure you have sought approval from your line manager prior to submitting your application.
Travel
Some travel across East Riding of Yorkshire may be required, applicants must be able to transport themselves.
DBS/Medical check
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance check.
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