Expression of Interest: Apprentice Children’s Social Worker Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Are you interested in building a rewarding career in Social Care? We are pleased to invite expressions of interest for our Apprentice Children’s Social Worker programme, which offers a fully supported route into the profession and leads to qualified Social Worker status. This two-and-a-halfyear apprenticeship combines handson experience within Children’s Social Care with structured academic learning and professional development. You will work alongside experienced practitioners while studying toward your Social Work qualification, giving you the opportunity to apply your learning in realworld situations from day one. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are committed, motivated, and ready to embark on a meaningful career. The programme provides seamless integration of study and practice, enabling you to develop the skills, knowledge, and behaviours required to support children, young people, families, and carers across Bury. The Social Work Apprenticeship is an alternative route into the professionbut not a different qualification. On successful completion of the programme, you will achieve a BA (Hons) in Social Work and will have the opportunity to apply for a Social Worker role within Bury’s Children’s Social Care services. If you are dedicated to helping others, eager to learn, and interested in a structured path to becoming a qualified Social Worker, we would love to hear from you. Apprenticeship Entry Requirements You will need to: Be a permanent Bury employee, with at least two years current experience in a social care/children and families setting with Bury Council, undertaking direct work with children and young people. Be contracted for a minimum of 30 hours per week in a social care role. This is non-negotiable and is due to apprenticeship funding rules. If you do not work this number of hours but are willing to do so then please make this clear on your application. Be prepared to only take annual leave in university holiday periods or with permission from the university and strategic lead. Have Maths & English GCSE or Level 2 numeracy and literacy (or other equivalent). If you do not have these, please discuss this with us. Be able to produce the certification for the above qualifications. (Enclosed photocopies will be sufficient at this stage of your application, but you will need to provide original copies when applying to university). Meet the University’s entry requirements by completing an assessed application and interview process which will include a written test. Be endorsed by your current manager. Be available for an written assessment. Agree to work in a social work post for a minimum period of 2 years (FTE) post-qualification. There is more information on the programme available at Social Worker Degree Apprenticeship. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare or children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service. In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted. We are committed to Bury being an equal society that recognises values and embraces all people, regardless of any difference, for the skills, abilities and experiences they bring into the workforce and the wider community. Therefore we guarantee an interview for disabled people, looked after children/ care leavers, armed forces personnel (including reservists and veterans) and carers of adults or disabled children if they meet the essential criteria. About Bury The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare or children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment may be subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service. In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application/CV covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted. As a Corporate Parent, ensure that the work and services you deliver considers our care experienced young people, promotes their life chances empowers them to influence the policies, services, and decisions that affect them, champions their rights, and ensure they grow up in the best possible way Benefits of working for Bury Council To hear about the benefits for working with Bury Council, please visit A good employer | greater jobs We support employees to work with agility, where appropriate for the post and service requirements. We are committed to Bury being an equal society that recognises values and embraces all people, regardless of any difference, for the skills, abilities and experiences they bring into the workforce and the wider community. Therefore we guarantee an interview for disabled people, looked after children/ care leavers, armed forces personnel (including reservists and veterans) and carers of adults or disabled children if they meet the essential criteria. 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