Newly Qualified Social Worker Uk Sponsorship Available

Job Description

Employer: Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council
Salary: £35,235 – £37,938
Location: Wirral, Mallory, 2 Alice Ker Square
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time
Hours: 36 hours per week
DBS Check: Enhanced
Closing Date: 05/01/2025 at 23:59
Reference: CF&E/24/299311
Band: H

Join Wirral Council – Make a Difference!

Wirral is a community full of vibrant, engaged people passionate about improving their local area. The council, alongside its partners, is committed to #BeTheDifference, and we’re looking for driven individuals ready to help us meet our ambitious targets by 2025. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.

Are you a Newly Qualified Social Worker looking to start your career in the best possible way?

At Wirral Council, we offer a supportive environment where you’ll have access to regular reflective supervision, development opportunities, and a robust ASYE programme. You’ll be encouraged to apply your newly acquired knowledge and practice experience to make a real difference in the lives of children and families in need. Within just two years, you’ll gain the experience to become a confident, skilled social worker.

Why Wirral Council?

We are committed to creating a positive, supportive work environment for all staff. As a member of our team, you will receive competitive salaries, generous annual leave, family-friendly employment initiatives, and a range of benefits. You will also have access to learning and development opportunities to support both your professional work and personal resilience.

What We Offer:

Full support from an ASYE Coordinator and Practice Improvement Team.

Access to a range of staff engagement events led by visible leaders and managers.

A Wellbeing Manifesto that promotes health, motivation, and resilience in the challenging social work environment.

Opportunities for career development and progression.

We want to make Wirral a great place for children and their families. If you share our passion for improving the lives of children, young people, and families, then we want you to help us #BeTheDifference.

Apply Now!

This role requires the ability to communicate effectively with the public and provide advice in accurate, spoken English.

Important Information:

Limited positions available.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Level DBS check.

Wirral Council is a licensed sponsor for skilled worker visas, so applications from non-UK residents are welcome (provided you are undertaking or have completed your qualification in the UK and require sponsorship).

In accordance with council policy, employees in a formal redeployment situation will be considered first for vacancies.

Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date, but we reserve the right to close earlier if sufficient applications are received.

Please ensure you evidence your right to work in the UK if invited to interview.

We look forward to receiving your application and hearing why you want to make a difference in Wirral!