ASYE Social Worker, Children's Services

TN United Kingdom; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking council as an ASYE Social Worker in the vibrant Wokingham area. This role offers a unique opportunity for newly qualified Social Workers to thrive in a supportive environment, fostering professional growth and expertise in safeguarding. With a dedicated ASYE Programme, you will benefit from individual learning plans, reflective supervision, and a strong peer support network. The council prides itself on retaining a high percentage of its ASYE workforce, ensuring a welcoming and secure atmosphere for your career development. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Individual learning plans

Monthly reflective supervision

Shadowing and buddy schemes

Team-based supervisions

Qualifications

• Newly qualified Social Workers welcomed to complete ASYE.
• Supportive environment fostering professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people through various social care scenarios.
• Develop individual learning plans and manage caseload effectively.

Skills

Safeguarding

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Social Work Degree

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

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ASYE Social Worker, Children's Services, Wokingham

Client:

Wokingham Borough Council

Location:

Wokingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

66a00d12b798

Job Views:

11

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

ASYE Social Worker, Children’s Social Care

At Wokingham, our ASYE Social Workers are valued and supported through a dedicated in-house ASYE Programme run by our Principal Social Worker and Practice Consultants.

This programme uniquely supports newly qualified Social Workers to become confident, well-rounded professionals with expertise in safeguarding scenarios.

We welcome applications from individuals who have already started their ASYE journey and seek to complete their year with us.

Benefits of our programme include:

• Individual learning plans
• Three review points to develop your caseload
• Monthly reflective supervision with a Practice Consultant
• Monthly check-in sessions on new processes

We foster a supportive peer environment with:

• Monthly group mornings and supervisions
• Shadowing and buddy schemes
• Team-based supervisions

Many of our current Social Workers, Assistant Team Managers, and Team Managers started as ASYEs. We have retained over 80% of our ASYE workforce over the past 5 years.

Quotes from our ASYEs:

“Wokingham ASYE has been a very positive experience for me. From recruitment to ongoing support, the environment is welcoming and safe.”

“The program supports growth and development without overwhelm, with continuous improvements based on feedback.”

“Joining the Wokingham ASYE program was the best decision in my social work career, providing support, security, and challenge.”

Listen to our Social Workers’ experiences here:

We are recruiting for 5 positions in our 2024 cohort, focusing on Long Term Teams, Children with Disabilities, and Referral & Assessment Teams. We seek flexible, dynamic individuals committed to achieving the best outcomes for children and young people.”