Children's Newly Qualified Social Worker

We understand that being a Newly Qualified Social Worker can be a challenging role, which is why we offer regular supervision to ensure you feel supported within your role. We also provide the necessary training to enhance your career development through our supportive career pathways programme. This way, you can be confident in your abilities and provide the best possible care to those in need. You will have:

• the commitment and full support from our management team and colleagues within the service to ensure you achieve your goals and get the best out of your ASYE
• protected development and time for reflection, regular supervision with your Practice Manager, including ongoing CPD (Continuing Professional Development) and PDP (Personal Development Plan) to enable professional growth and a reduced caseload (from 15 cases in the first 6 months
• clinical supervision by a seasoned professional. This does not only benefit your personal wellbeing but directly affects the experience of the children and young people within our care
  
  At Suffolk County Council, we are passionate about providing the highest quality care and support to children and young people in need. That's why we are looking for flexible and highly motivated Newly Qualified Social Workers to join our teams. We believe that a healthy work-life balance is essential to providing good quality care, which is why we have created a positive environment where you will be fully supported to achieve your goals and reach your full potential during your Assessed and Support Year in Employment (ASYE).
  
  Suffolk County Council are looking for Children's Newly Qualified Social Workers to join the Children and Young Peoples Service in various locations across Suffolk on a Hybrid contract.You will join us on a full time or part time, permanent basis. In return, you will earn a competitive salary of £32,076 per annum (rising to £34,834 per annum) (pro rata for part time), plus a joining payment of £1,500, plus £4,000 retention payment upon successful completion of the ASYE (Assessed and Supported Year in Employment) programme., In return, you ll enjoy:
• up to 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays per annum, pro rata for part time
• an uplift of 3 additional annual leave days, pro rata for part time
• 3 protected CPD days per annum
• access to a relocation package of up to £8,000, a car leasing scheme and a welcome loan of £2,000 for all new Social Workers moving to Suffolk
• free on-site car parking in all council buildings
• flexible working options and our commitment to supporting health and wellbeing
• detailed induction programme, including mandatory Signs of Safety training
• staff networks which are open to staff, councillors and partners that share similar characteristics, life experiences, values and beliefs.