ASYE Social Worker: Launch Your Impactful Career

Northamptonshire Childrens Trust; Northampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SWE Registration paid yearly

28 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme + life

Immediate life cover

Purchase up to 25 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discounts

Flexible and family working

Subsidised town centre car parking

Job summary

Northamptonshire Children’s Trust is seeking Newly Qualified Social Workers to join the ASYE programme, embarking on a supported year in employment. You will be mentored by experienced practitioners and integrated into a structured development path.

The role focuses on safeguarding and family support, with opportunities to build skills through assessments, direct work, and care planning while contributing to a values-driven team.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Social Work (undergraduate or postgraduate).
• Must be in position to obtain Social Work England registration.
• Able to drive and have access to a vehicle.
• Right to work in the UK – note we do not currently offer visa sponsorship for this role.
• Enhanced DBS clearance and SW England required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children and young people requiring social work support, including children in need and children looked after.
• Work alongside experienced social workers on complex casework to develop your skills and confidence.
• Conduct assessments, visit children and their families, and carry out direct work to support their needs.
• Develop and review care plans, ensuring all interventions prioritise the best interests of children and young people.

Skills

SWE registration (paid yearly)

Driving license

Strong communication

Education

Degree-qualified in Social Work

Job description

Northamptonshire Children’s Trust is seeking Newly Qualified Social Workers to join the ASYE programme, embarking on a supported year in employment. You will be mentored by experienced practitioners and integrated into a structured development path.

The role focuses on safeguarding and family support, with opportunities to build skills through assessments, direct work, and care planning while contributing to a values-driven team.