Job Introduction
Are you just about to complete your Social Work degree or Social Work apprenticeship? Are you interested in a varied, exciting role working with adults and their families?
We are currently recruiting newly qualified social workers, who will be supported through our comprehensive ASYE (Assessed and Supported Year in Employment) programme.
Joining our team:
We have opportunities available for soon-to-be qualified, registered social workers who want to make a positive difference in enabling fulfilled lives for adults in need of support.
There are lots of reasons for you to join our Adult Social Care Teams. We put the person at the centre of our work with our person-centred ‘fulfilled lives’ approach, and we are working towards a model that will enable our social workers to get alongside people to help them live their lives as independently as possible. At the core of everything you will do is excellent social work.
Our superb support culture means you can really thrive, with help, advice and support on hand when needed from managers, and great opportunities for career development, wherever you are on your social work journey.
In addition, all NQSW’s are enrolled on to the ASC ASYE, an employer led development programme incorporating both assessment and support.
As an NQSW you will have access to:
- Allocated Practice Educator Assessor, in addition to your team supervisor.
- Protected development time
- Reduced workload
- Action learning sets
- Peer Group
Your wellbeing is important to us, and we will do our best to offer you a healthy work-life balance as well as support such as our Employee Assistance Programme.
You’ll find a highly rewarding career with us where you’ll have every opportunity to make a positive difference to people’s lives - you will be the difference.
What you can expect to be doing:
We are currently looking for new colleagues to join us in a variety of teams (your preferences will be discussed at interview) and you will work alongside a multi-disciplinary and diverse team of skilled and experienced professionals. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion principles are embedded in our practice and relationships, as we are passionate about an inclusive work culture where people can be themselves at work and there is an equity of opportunity for all our colleagues.
Flexibility:
We can offer opportunities for flexible working such as part-time or compressed hours (though you may need to work some unsocial hours, depending on your contract), and can consider the best location for you as we have hubs across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. We also support an element of home working as part of our agile hybrid model.
Talent Pool:
Where we have too many appointable candidates for a role, or no available vacancy at a particular level or in a particular team, we will add your details to our Talent Pool and when a role becomes available, we’ll contact you to discuss further.
Applications:
Applications will be reviewed as and when received, you do not need to wait until the closing date. To apply, please read the Job Description and then complete the application form, evidencing how you meet our listed core essential criteria, including your social work qualification and registration number. The qualifications we accept are as follows:
- Diploma in Social Work (DipSW)
- BSc / BA Social Work (BSc/BASW)
- Masters in Social Work (MSW)
- Social Work Degree Apprenticeship (SWDA)
- Equivalent Overseas Qualification
Additional information:
Please only apply if you are currently living in the UK and can evidence current and satisfactory right to work. You must also hold a valid full UK driving license, with access to your own car, or be able to travel efficiently (and sustainably where possible) to fulfil the needs of the role using public or other forms of transport.
For more information or if you have any questions, we’d love to hear from you. Please contact Danielle Hetherington-Parker (Professional Development Officer and Lead – Workforce Professional Agenda) via danielle.hp@bcpcouncil.gov.uk to arrange a conversation about the ASYE programme or the NQSW role.
Interviews: Date in June to be advised if you are shortlisted.
About BCP Council
BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.
Our Benefits
We offer an excellent benefits package for further details see here
As a result of the creation of BCP Council in 2019, we are working on simplifying our terms and conditions of service and will be creating a single pay structure which is to be applicable for all employees. It is important to us that we offer benefits that our colleagues value as part of their total employment package and we are reviewing these to make sure we have it right. We are in the process of establishing a timescale for implementation and colleagues joining us will be included in these changes. Expected to be in place 2024.
DBS
BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Job Description or Role Profile for more details.
