Job Information
"Being part of the Northumberland Social Work Academy has ensured that I have been surrounded by tailored support, learning and challenges aimed at preparing me to make the difficult transition from student to professional practice. The high level of support and reduced caseload offered within the Academy has helped me to feel valued and more confident in my role as a newly qualified social worker."
"Joining the ASYE Academy has been a great experience and one that I would recommend to any Social Work student looking to apply for a job! The Academy gives you the protection you need to explore and develop your skills as a Social Worker at a pace that is tailored to your needs. Both Catharina and Sarah have lots of experience and are great people to provide you the support and guidance you need to become great Social Workers!"
You will develop the knowledge and skills within a learning, nurturing environment, resulting in the development of you as a confident, caring social worker with a robust value base.
You will always want to hear the child’s voice and ensure that this is taken into account.
We will support you to develop your knowledge base of the Knowledge and Skills Statement for Child and Family Social work and the application of Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF) which will be embedded within all elements of practice.
You will develop your knowledge base around the Signs of Safety approach.
You will be passionate about maximising a child’s life chances to improve their overall outcomes.
You will care enough to want to make a difference to a child’s life - every day.
The benefits of choosing Northumberland
Commitment to Career Progression
Access to ASYE support group
Employee assistance programme offering free confidential advice on a wide range of issues
Your role
You will take on challenging and rewarding work, assisted by high quality supervision from experienced managers who also understand the particular needs of ASYE.
We have adopted a Signs of Safety Approach and this focus on learning and strength will form the basis of your social work practice.
Through a carefully selected caseload, you will gain experience in all areas of statutory children and families work and benefit from an exceptional training programme that offers coaching and reflection to bring your learning alive. You'll also have group and individual supervision and access to ASYE Support Group.
We want you to start your career in Northumberland in the most positive way and stay with us to make a real difference to practice.
If you would like to further information please leave your contact details at childrenssocialcarejobs@northumberland.gov.uk and we will support you with any queries you may have.