Trainee Social Worker

Frontline; Bristol; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A social work training program in the United Kingdom is seeking graduates for a fully funded programme aimed at preparing them for a rewarding career in children’s social work. Participants will gain qualifications and real-world experience while earning a tax-free bursary. The role includes building relationships with children and families, ensuring their safety, and making critical decisions with empathy. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact in society.

Benefits

Fully funded training

Clear career pathway

Community support network

Qualifications

• Ready to work directly with children and families.
• Ability to advocate for children's safety and well-being.
• Commitment to anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive practices.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with children and families.
• Make decisions guided by empathy and resilience.
• Work to address society's pressing challenges.

Skills

Child-focused practice

Relationship-building

Advocacy

Empathy

Sound judgement

Education

Postgraduate diploma in social work

Master's degree in social work

Job description

Get qualified. Get hired. Make a difference.

Are you ready to step into a career where you’ll change lives, challenge inequality and stand up for children’s futures? Approach Social Work is a fully funded training programme designed to give graduates the skills, knowledge and experience to launch a meaningful career in children’s social work.

What you’ll gain

• Expert training in child-focused practice and relationship-building that creates lasting change
• A strong foundation in anti-discriminatory, anti-oppressive and anti-racist practice.
• A fully funded master’s degree in social work.

Programme structure

Year one

• Begin your postgraduate diploma.
• Work directly with children and families in a local authority, supported by experienced tutors and practice educators.
• Receive a tax-free bursary of £18,000–£20,000 to support living and travel costs.

Years two and three

• Step into a paid role as a newly qualified social worker (starting salary up to £34,000, with higher pay in some London boroughs).
• Continue your studies towards your master’s degree
• Become part of theFrontline Fellowship, a national network offering career-long support, development and opportunities.

The role

As a children’s social worker, you’ll:

• Build trusting relationships with children and families.
• Advocate for children’s safety, wellbeing and future opportunities.
• Make tough but critical decisions with empathy, resilience and sound judgement.
• Work at the heart of society’s most pressing challenges, guided by values of equity, inclusion and social justice.

Why join?

• Fully funded training and qualifications.
• A clear career pathway into a vital, rewarding profession.
• A community committed to changing lives for the better.

Applications are now open!
If you’re looking for a graduate career that combines real impact with professional development, this is your chance, click APPLY NOW to submit your application.