Trainee Social Worker
The Frontline Organisation, St Johns, Wakefield
Trainee Social Worker
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The Frontline Organisation, St Johns, Wakefield
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted today, 17 Nov | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 45dcfa2178c7453d8bc2c07b7e617963
Full Job Description
- Start with five weeks of intense online study, including five in-person sessions, led by experts in social work theory.
- Begin your 12-month placement in a local council social work team, where you'll work closely with fellow trainees and an experienced social worker. You'll gradually take on more responsibility in supporting children and families.
- Qualify as a social worker by the end of your first year. Year 2:
- Manage your own caseload, building on your skills and confidence.
- Engage in ongoing study to further develop your professional abilities.
- Receive continued support from Frontline tutors, your employer and fellow trainees. Year 3:
- Conduct a research project and complete the academic credits needed for your fully-funded social work master's degree.
- Receive leadership coaching to enhance your professional capabilities. Who were looking for We are looking for your potential to become an outstanding childrens social worker and leader, empowering families to achieve positive change. No specific experience is required to apply. We value diverse perspectives and experiences and a commitment to advocating for the communities social workers serve. We're dedicated to fostering diversity in our programme and supporting applicants from underrepresented backgrounds.
- Have at least a 2.2 (predicted or obtained) in an undergraduate honours degree (or international equivalent)
- Have obtained GCSE English Language at Grade C/4 or above (or approved equivalent qualification)
- Possess the right to work and study in the UK (including access to public funds) for the duration of the programme (until September 2028)
- Be resident in England by the time the programme commences
- Not be a qualified social worker
£30,000 NEW Approach Social Work (formerly known as the Frontline programme) Approach Social Work Is a three-year masters programme, building a new, diverse generation of social workers. Designed and delivered by social work charity Frontline, we teach social work differently. By blending learning and practice, what you discover in theory is eased into real-life settings, supervised by a social worker. Gaining your postgraduate diploma within 12 months, will be the first step in your life-changing career. Youll learn how to connect with children, young people, parents and carers. How to gain all important trust, so a family opens their door to you again. Youll gain the technical knowledge and build on your relational skills. Well give you the time and support to develop your approach, with confidence. You earn while you learn, and once you gain your qualification youll step right into a job. And through our Frontline Fellowship, youll join a network of peers intent on transforming social work practice in England. Whats in it for you? - Earn as you learn with a salary of up to £34,000 from year two.
- Qualify as a social worker and complete a fully funded master's degree.
- Get high-quality training and supervision from experienced social workers, academics and Coaches in a rich, supportive environment.
- Become part of the Frontline Fellowship and receive ongoing support and training throughout your career.