Newly Qualified Social Worker - Children's Social Care
- Devon
- Full Time
- £35,412 p.a
Start Your Social Work Career with Confidence – Join Devon County Council’s ASYE Programme
Are you ready to turn your passion for helping others into a rewarding career? Devon County Council is offering exciting opportunities for Newly Qualified Social Workers to join our permanent workforce through the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme, available across beautiful Devon.
About the ASYE Programme
Our highly regarded two year ASYE programme offers a supportive and structured introduction to social work. You will benefit from a personalised development plan and a varied, yet protected caseload, giving you the space to build confidence, apply your learning, and grow your professional expertise in a safe and nurturing environment. Rooted in Restorative Practice and Motivational Interviewing, our approach ensures a compassionate, strengths-based way of working with children and families. All staff receive this training, creating a consistent and inclusive culture across our teams.
Joining us as a Newly Qualified Social Worker is a chance to apply what you’ve learnt to real situations, alongside developing your skills and knowledge. You will be supported to practice and develop your skills in assessment and solution-focussed support planning and to apply theory, legislation and policy to your practice.
You will be part of a service that values your development. With our new Career Progression Pathway, you will have a clear and supported route to long-term success, helping you shape a career that’s both meaningful and sustainable.
If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to take the next step in your social work journey, we’d love to welcome you to Devon.
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Briefing Session
We will be holding a briefing session via Microsoft Teams, which we encourage you to attend. This session will provide further information about the ASYE programme, the recruitment process, and will give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.
To register your interest, please email the Children’s Recruitment Team: (childsc.recruitmentchildrenssocialwork-mailbox@devon.gov.uk)
We will update you as soon as the date and time of the briefing session has been confirmed.
About you
You are passionate about relationship based social work and ready to take the first step in your Social Work career. You’re driven by the desire to make a lasting impact in the lives of children, young people and families. As a Newly Qualified Social Worker, you will be a valued member of our team and play a vital role in improving outcomes for children and families across our county.
What we can offer you
We value the vital contribution our social workers make and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- We are committed to your continuous professional development, doing all we can to help you to get the most from your career. You will receive excellent support and supervision, with regular opportunities to discuss and reflect on your practice, both with your line manager and peers.
- £2,000 retention payment per annum (pro rata)
- Generous annual leave: 26 days plus Bank Holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years’ service, with the option to purchase additional leave.
- Flexible working arrangements (subject to role requirements).
- Access to ongoing learning and development through our Social Work Academy.
- Employee Assistance Programme and a range of wellbeing services.
- Discounts at over 900 national and local retailers via our benefits platform.
- Free onsite parking, modern on-site amenities, and flexible hot-desking options available.
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice schemes.
For more information about working for Devon, please visit our Working for Devon page.
Interested?
For queries or an informal discussion about this role, please contact the Children’s Social Care Recruitment Team: childsc.recruitmentchildrenssocialwork-mailbox@devon.gov.uk
Closing date for Applications is Midnight on Monday 4th May 2026.
Please highlight on your application form:
- The areas of Devon in which you would be looking to work.
- Within the Education, Training and Development section, please state the date of your Social Work qualification or when you are due to qualify (Please note, to be eligible for the ASYE programme you should have qualified within the last 4 years).
Please note: We are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship to candidates residing outside of the United Kingdom. As such, we are not able to accept applications from individuals based overseas at this time.
Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply.
Additional Information
- This role requires a DBS disclosure.
- This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
- DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages.
- Happy to Talk Flexible Working The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.
REQ009366 - Children's Social Care