Newly Qualified Social Worker

London Borough of Barnet; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in England is seeking passionate individuals to join their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme. The role focuses on supporting children and families, and aims to enhance the skills and experience of newly qualified social workers. Applicants should be committed to the social care field, and the position offers significant training and development opportunities, along with benefits such as flexible working arrangements and access to pensions.

Benefits

Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

Work-life balance options

Lifestyle discounts

Payroll benefits including gym membership

Excellent training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Completing a social work qualification and registration by March 2026.
• Must have passion and enthusiasm for social work.
• Experience in front-line statutory social care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support children and families to thrive.
• Participate in the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme.
• Develop knowledge, skills, and experience in social work.

Skills

Dynamic, tenacious, committed individual

Passion and enthusiasm for social work

Experience in front-line statutory social care

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

Are you passionate about creating positive change and supporting children and families to thrive?

If so, you could be the person we are looking for to join the London Borough of Barnet to start your rewarding career in our Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme.

Our vision is focused on making Barnet an even better place to live for all families; at the heart our vision for Family Friendly Barnet is the concept of Resilient Families and Resilient Children.

This is a 13 month fixed term contract

What our recent ASYEs and Skills for Care have said

• Training provided as part of the ASYE programme was held in high regard by both the NQSWs [Newly Qualified Social Workers] and Assessors. NQSWs said how much they appreciated the training they received and were able to put it into practice in their roles. (December 2024)

You Will Be:

• Completing your social work qualification and Social Work England registration by March 2026 (or completed within the last 4 years)
• Dynamic, tenacious, committed individual, having passion and enthusiasm for social work
• Preferably at least one placement within front-line statutory social care

We are committed to nurturing your skills and strengths so you can have the best possible experience in Barnet. We offer a clear career path, and after successfully completing your ASYE year, you will have developed the knowledge, skills, experience and confidence to join our existing workforce.

The aim of Barnet Family Services is to ensure that all children and young people in Barnet achieve the best possible outcomes and grow into successful adults, with a special focus on our most vulnerable children. Our goal is to provide high‑quality, integrated, and inclusive services that identify additional support needs early to achieve positive outcomes.

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Benefits

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, which provides a valuable guaranteed income in your retirement together with security for your dependents
• Work‑life balance options may include hybrid working, flexitime, job share, home working, part‑time
• A vast range of lifestyle discounts from major retailers, supermarkets, energy suppliers and more
• Broad range of payroll benefits including cycle to work, eye care vouchers, travel and gym membership
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Employee well‑being training programs including confidential employee assistance, Barnet Council embraces all forms of flexible working (including part‑time, compressed hours, and hybrid working) and is committed to offering employees a healthy work‑life balance. Candidates are encouraged to talk about relevant requirements and preferences at interview. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want, but we do promise not to judge you for asking.