Newly Qualified Social Worker

2 months ago

Devon, United Kingdom Devon County Council Full time

We have exciting opportunities for Newly Qualified Social Workers to join our Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme at Devon County Council, starting in October 2025.

Are you a Newly Qualified Social Worker with a passion for improving the lives of adults and dedicated to making a difference? If so, we would love to hear from you

We are looking for committed and motivated Newly Qualified Social Workers who can bring the following qualities to our forward-thinking Teams:

A recognised professional Social Work Qualification (BA/BSC in Social Work, Diploma in Social Work or CQSW) and to hold Social Work England registration by October 2025. Current knowledge and understanding of policies and processes and some experience of working within a social care environment. Passionate, person-centred and eager to learn, you’ll be ready to make that all-important step from education into your chosen profession. Confident at managing conflicts, solving problems and dealing with challenging situations. Proactive and assertive in your approach, you are confident in making best judgements (but you won’t be afraid to ask questions) and building effective working relationships with your professional network. Excellent organisation skills which will enable you to manage your time effectively including prioritising conflicting demands and working effectively under pressure. Can effectively communicate and have good interpersonal skills to enable you to build rapport and relationships with people of all ages and backgrounds. 
 

About the role

The ASYE is in place to ensure that all Newly Qualified Social Workers receive dedicated, consistent and effective support in their first year of practice, enabling them to approach their career in social work with confidence.

The 12-month programme offers a positive introduction to social work with adults in Devon and the profession in general. With our recent successes at the Social Worker of the Year Award, it’s a good time to join us.

Joining us as a Newly Qualified Social Worker is a chance to apply what you’ve learnt to real situations, alongside developing your skills and knowledge. You will be supported to practice and develop your skills in assessment and solution-focussed support planning and to apply theory, legislation and policy to your practice.

Your role will include everything from:

Completing assessments and reviews Undertaking safeguarding enquiries Planning support Working with integrated professionals to manage, negotiate and resolve conflicts.
 

Most of your time will be carrying out practical social work but this is also a perfect opportunity to train, learn and ask questions.

What we can offer you

We are committed to your  continuous professional development , doing all we can to help you to get the most from your career. You will receive excellent support and supervision, with regular opportunities to discuss and reflect on your practice, both with your line manager and peers. Reduced case loads 20% Development time  (pro rata) to support you in your role. Excellent training opportunities. We offer  26 days annual leave , plus Bank Holidays, rising incrementally to 31 days after 5 years’ service. Flexible working opportunities  are available, these include part-time hours, flexitime, compressed working hours and homeworking (this is subject to the needs of the role – please discuss at further at interview) Offer an opportunity to enter a  generous Local Government Pension Scheme . As a place to live and work, Devon is hard to beat with top-performing schools, universities, vibrant cities, pretty villages and some of the most scenic coast and countryside in the UK. Living and working in Devon as a Newly Qualified Social Worker has never been more attractive.  If you are currently living, working or studying in the UK and are looking to relocate to Devon, subject to qualifying conditions,  relocation support  of up to £10,000, may be available. Visa sponsorship may also be offered as part of the relocation support package, terms and conditions apply. Please note: At this time, we are unable to consider overseas applications.

How to apply

To apply to join Devon County Council's ASYE programme in Adults' Services, please click on the 'Apply Now' and complete your application today

Please highlight on your application form:

The areas of Devon in which you would be looking to work Within the Qualifications and Memberships section, please state the date of your Social Work qualification or when you are due to qualify.

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