Organisation: Leicestershire County Council
Work Location: Various locations across the County
Salary: Level 1/Newly Qualified Social Worker (ASYE) - £37,642 (inclusive of market premia of £3,283) (Entry level of Grade 9 (£32,070) until full social work registration is granted. Increasing to the top level of Grade 9 £37,642 (inclusive of market premia of £3,283) once full social work registration is granted and for the duration of the ASYE program.
Working Hours: 37 Hours Per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 1st March 2026
Interview Date(s): 23rd April 22026
Have you been qualified as a Social Worker or are you due to qualify? Do you want to work with Leicestershire’s “Outstanding” Children and Family services? We are welcoming applicationsfrom candidates with the enthusiasm to learn and a passion for working with children and families.
Read more about our Outstanding Ofsted rating and find out more from our staff
About the Role
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.
As a Newly Qualified Social Worker on our ASYE Program, you will receive:
1. 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 £37,642 (inclusive of market premia of £3,283) upon registration.
2. Protected and reduced caseloads during the ASYE year.
3. Dedicated support from the ASYE Co-ordinator, regular network meetings with other ASYEs.
4. Monthly reflective supervision with a practice mentor, in addition to supervision with your team manager.
5. Intensive induction and tailored ASYE training.
6. Working as part of the social work teams to increase knowledge and understanding including co-working with experienced colleagues.