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Social Work Apprentice

2 months ago


Walsall, United Kingdom Walsall Council Full time
Social Work Degree Apprentice - Ref: SS01424

Salary: Social Worker Degree Apprenticeship (£12.00 per hour) Contract: Fixed term 3 years
What are we looking for?

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Walsall Council and embark on our Social Work Degree Apprenticeship. Walsall Council have joined forces with Coventry University Social Work Degree Apprenticeship (SWDA) programme which is approved by Social Work England (SWE), and successful completion entitles graduates to apply for registration as a Qualified Social Worker.
Our Social Worker Degree Apprenticeship is a practice-based learning programme that combines theory and practice-based learning and development, delivered flexibly around the demands of your workplace. Apprentices will develop new skills and knowledge whilst carrying out real work as part of a team in a social care setting.
Through completion of this Apprenticeship, learners will gain:
Practice experience and evidence of assessed competency in the workplace New skills and knowledge preparing them to take on more demanding roles within social care delivery A professionally qualifying degree in Social Work
About the job

Employment

Successful applicants will commence employment in Walsall Council Adult Social Care and will be based in one of our teams with the opportunity to have contrasting learning experiences in other teams. We are excited to hear from applicants who are passionate about improving outcomes for adults with care and support needs and their carers.

In their daily work, social workers interact with individuals, families, communities, and a wide range of other professionals and agencies including but not limited to education, health, housing, care service providers, police and probation. Social workers work in teams alongside occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, social care facilitators, mental health support workers and with many others to complete holistic assessments and improve outcomes for adults.

You will have access to training and engage in practice development sessions that take place within your team. Furthermore, you will be assigned a Practice Educator that will teach, support, and supervise you during your programme. Professional supervision will be provided by your line manager.

About you

Social Work Degree Apprenticeship

You will be required to attend weekly face to face teaching sessions at Coventry University.

Requirements

Essential - GCSE or Functional Skills Level 3 in Maths and English; AND

Level 3 or equivalent e.g. BTEC, Apprenticeship, A levels, HNC

Lead Contacts

For more information about this position please do not hesitate to contact Helena Baxter, Apprenticeship Programme Lead at email: Helena.baxter@walsall.gov.uk

View Job Description & Employee Specification

Closing date for applications: 7th June 2024

This post is covered by the Government’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.

Walsall Council takes seriously the responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all the children, young people and adults entrusted to our care and it is our expectation that all staff will share this commitment. Completion of an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is a requirement for this role.

Important note: When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted. Please also ensure that you complete the work history and qualifications sections of your application form. Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them. See our Information for Applicants leaflet for further information.

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