Job Description
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 18.5 hours
Worker Type: Hybrid Worker
Salary: Starting Salary is £46,142 (Level one) rising to £49,282 (Level four) per annum (pro rata for part-time)
Location: Loxley House, Station Street, Nottingham, NG2 3NG
We’ve got an exciting opportunity available for talented individuals to join our workforce – perhaps this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for? Read on to find out more…
Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. In addition to competitive pay, generous leave entitlement, and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive, and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best.
In return, we are looking for people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you.
About The Role
As the Practice Education & ASYE Coordinator, you will lead the development and support of social work students and newly qualified social workers across Children’s Integrated Services. This pivotal role involves coordinating placements, mentoring Practice Educators, and managing the ASYE programme to ensure high standards of professional practice and continuous improvement.
About You
Essential Qualifications
* Recognised qualification in Social Work (e.g., Degree, PGDip, MA/MSc).
* Registration with a professional body, such as Social Work England.
* Practice Education Qualification (e.g., Stage 2 or equivalent).
Essential Experience
* Supported and assessed student social workers.
* Coordinated training and development within a social work setting.
* Developed and maintained positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
* Communicated effectively at all levels, both orally and in writing.
* Produced professional documents, reports, and presentations using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
* Implemented quality assurance processes and provided constructive feedback to students and NQSWs.
Essential Knowledge
* In-depth understanding of Practice Education Standards and ASYE framework.
* Children Act 1989, Working Together to Safeguard Children, and the Assessment Framework for Children in Need.
* National agendas such as Family Hubs, Supporting Families, and Family Help.
* Awareness of the City Council’s core values and strategic aims.
Essential Skills and Competencies
* Strong organisational and time management skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
* Ability to provide effective supervision and mentorship.
* Competence in assessing and evaluating performance.
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
* Strong problem‑solving and critical thinking skills.
* Commitment to continuous professional development.
* Upholds equality, diversity, and inclusion in practice.
* Upholds a DBS enhanced check for a regulated activity.
Benefits
* 26 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years’ service) + bank holidays with the ability to buy additional leave annually.
* Access to a generous, defined benefit pension scheme offering 17.9%.
* Smart Working – to support your work life balance.
* Health and wellbeing benefits including access to the Employee Assistance Programme.
* Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres, cinema, shopping, and much more.
Who We Want to Hear From
We particularly want to hear from you if you are from Minority Ethnic communities, identify within the LGBTQ+ community, or are Disabled – these groups are underrepresented in our workforce and we’d like to reflect our local population more through our recruitment processes.
Application Information
Closing Date: 29th March 2026
Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Interviews will be held: w/c 6th April 2026
By applying to this job, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.
Equal Opportunities Statement
Nottingham City Council is committed to recruiting a talented workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We are a fair and inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and with different abilities. We recruit for diversity and value difference.
We encourage flexible working arrangements wherever possible. Please discuss this with us during the selection process should this be of interest.
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