ASYE Position for a Newly Qualified Social Worker

Due to career progression within Adult Social Care, we are looking for a newly qualified, dynamic, and passionate Level 1 Social Worker.

ASYE Positions Available

• Peripatetic Team – flexibly working across teams

Interview Details: Interviews will take place in person during the first two weeks of July at County Hall in Dorchester, Dorset.

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent in Social Work
• Registered with Social Work England
• Ability to fulfil travel requirements with a full valid UK driving licence (International or Provisional licences are not accepted)
• Use of own appropriate vehicle
• Right to Work in the UK (Relocation allowances and expenses are not available)

In a recent workshop with our customers, they emphasised that it is important for social workers to see their work as \”not just a job\”; they want people who genuinely care, understand, and want to help and build positive working relationships.

The qualities they expect from our social workers include being respectful, trustworthy, showing empathy, being good listeners who don\’t interrupt, spending the time needed, doing as they say they will, thinking outside the box, being adaptable, punctual, having knowledge of what it means to be a carer, being knowledgeable and able to share this knowledge with those they work with, and overall showing kindness.

What’s In It For You

• Robust learning and development opportunities, including mentoring, coaching, and various external training
• Access to the ASYE programme with protected caseload and development time
• Commitment to a strengths-based approach
• Regular, reflective supervision supporting Continuous Professional Development
• Career development, supported career progression, and ability to use lateral moves between teams after AYSE complete
• Access to wellbeing support and other services
• Local Government Pension scheme
• Minimum of 27 days holiday with the option to purchase more

Role Expectations

• Undertake strengths-based assessments, support planning, and reviews
• Work as part of a busy team and alongside other teams within the local authority
• Engage in multi-disciplinary practice

About You: We are looking for friendly, dynamic, and enthusiastic individuals to join our motivated Adult Social Care teams. Ideal candidates will have:

• Innovation skills
• Teamwork abilities
• Flexibility
• Strong value base and person-centred practice
• Excellent communication skills
• Creativity and passion for enabling independence
• Confidence with legal frameworks (Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Mental Health Act 2007, Human Rights Act 1998, Equality Act 2010)
• Commitment to continuous professional development

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