Early Career Social Work Programme Lead | Hybrid

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 days annual leave

Flexible working

Generous pension plan

Job summary

Richmond & Wandsworth Councils are recruiting an Early Career Development Programme Manager to design, oversee, and quality assess a new two-year Early Career Development Programme for newly qualified social workers in Wandsworth, London. The role includes assessing NQSWs preparing for the transition from ASYE to the new model and delivering structured development and reflective supervision.

You will work within the Children’s Social Care Academy to foster high-quality, evidence-informed

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker registered with Social Work England.
• Practice Educator Professional Standards Stage 1 with progression towards Stage 2 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Oversee assessment and evidence requirements for NQSWs.
• Coordinate induction and learning activities for the two-year programme.
• Support host team managers and contribute to broader practice development.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Collaboration

Supervision

Education

Social Work England registration

Practice Education Standards Stage 1

Job description

Richmond & Wandsworth Councils are recruiting an Early Career Development Programme Manager to design, oversee, and quality assess a new two-year Early Career Development Programme for newly qualified social workers in Wandsworth, London. The role includes assessing NQSWs preparing for the transition from ASYE to the new model and delivering structured development and reflective supervision.

You will work within the Children’s Social Care Academy to foster high-quality, evidence-informed