Fully Funded Master’s Route to Children's Social Work

Frontline; Aston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded master's degree

Bursary £18,000–£20,000 (tax-free)

Guaranteed newly qualified role

Salary progression £30,000–£44,000

Frontline Fellowship

Job summary

Approach Social Work is a fully funded three-year training programme that helps people from all professional backgrounds become children's social workers. You'll gain the training, hands-on experience and support to build the skills needed to help children and families thrive.

No prior social work knowledge is required. You’ll train while working, with a funded master's degree and a tax-free bursary of £18,000–£20,000 in year one, followed by salaries of £30,000–£39,000 in year two and up to

Qualifications

• Have at least a 2.2 in an undergraduate honours degree (or international equivalent).
• GCSE English Language at Grade C/4 or above (or approved equivalent).
• Right to work and study in the UK for the duration of the programme.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with children and families to ensure safety and well-being.
• Visit homes or schools, collaborate with professionals, and support parents.
• Weigh risks, influence decisions, advocate for children with empathy and resilience.
• Contribute to shaping future social work practice through active learning.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Self-awareness

Judgement

Education

Undergraduate honours degree (2.2 or above)

GCSE English Language grade C/4 or above

Job description

Approach Social Work is a fully funded three-year training programme that helps people from all professional backgrounds become children's social workers. You'll gain the training, hands-on experience and support to build the skills needed to help children and families thrive.

No prior social work knowledge is required. You’ll train while working, with a funded master's degree and a tax-free bursary of £18,000–£20,000 in year one, followed by salaries of £30,000–£39,000 in year two and up to