Newly Qualified Social Worker

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Job title: Newly Qualified Social Worker
Salary: £34,434 - £36,363 pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Various
Service: Children's social work

All applicants MUST have a relevant social work qualification.

As a children’s social worker, you will thrive on working restoratively with children and families by building strong relationships to inspire positive change and sustainable outcomes. Our restorative practice model lies at the heart of our children’s social work team at Leeds City Council. As a newly qualified social worker, you’ll be a valued member of our team from the start.

You will follow the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme with support and guidance from your manager and team. Our ASYE offer includes a protected caseload with co-working support, dedicated time for training, weekly mentor sessions and practice café. On successful completion of the ASYE programme you will progress to the role of social worker.

We can offer permanent contracts on a full-time, part-time or job-share basis to suitably qualified candidates. We are open to flexible working arrangements to support your work-life balance, if service needs can be fulfilled. We’re proud to be part of Ofsted outstanding Leeds children’s services, working to improve outcomes for all children and young people and close the gap facing those from vulnerable and deprived backgrounds.

Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody our council values and ambitions.

As a newly qualified social worker you will hold an appropriate professional qualification (degree, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent) and must be registered with Social Work England on commencement in post. For successful candidates awaiting formal award of their degree and confirmed registration, we can offer a post as a trainee social worker in the interim.

You will bring to the role:

• ability to assess social care needs and plan, implement and evaluate interventions
• knowledge of social work theory, policy, legislation and safeguarding issues
• consultative approach to engage children and families, taking their views on board and advocating for them
• communication and collaboration skills for effective multi-agency working
• experience of using supervision for critical reflection and to enhance practice

As a newly qualified social worker, you will be integral to our close-knit, supportive team. You will provide a high quality comprehensive social work service with support and mentoring from a senior social work colleague. You may co-work more challenging casework alongside experienced colleagues, with guidance as outlined in the ASYE programme. You will engage proactively in the supervision and appraisal framework for critical reflection and exploration of your role.

Everything you do will be underpinned by our culture of restorative practice and family decision making including family group conferencing. We work closely with local health and third sector partners, and you will develop and maintain these strong links in your role.

What We Offer You

• a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays
• membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions
• flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements
• a clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities
• essential car user allowance plus car loan scheme
• access to deals and discounts, including eligibility for a blue light card
• a range of staff benefits to help your wellbeing and financial wellbeing

Apply for this job online. Please upload your CV and complete a personal statement of no more than 500 words. Read guidance for further advice. Check your information carefully and ensure you complete all sections before submitting your application. If you have any queries or would like an informal chat about the role please call the recruitment team on .

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