Newly Qualified Social Worker (NQSW) Social Worker - Level (NIPE) Childrens Services

CEMP; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in the UK is seeking a Newly Qualified Social Worker to join their program in Norfolk. This full-time role offers a supportive start into statutory social work, competitive salary of up to £37,280, and dedicated development opportunities. Ideal candidates are committed to children’s services and must hold a valid UK driving licence. Exceptional support and training are provided throughout the first two years of employment.

Benefits

Protected training and development opportunities

Fully funded optional MA with University of East Anglia

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Must have a current UK driving licence and a vehicle.
• Provisional licence holders welcome; conditional offers may allow a delayed start.

Responsibilities

• Join the NQSW programme and work within Norfolk Children’s Services.
• Engage with a dedicated Practice Consultant and senior Social Worker for support.
• Participate in group supervision and co-working on complex cases.

Skills

Ability to travel

Commitment to values and principles

Job description

Newly Qualified Social Worker (NQSW) – Level (NIPE) Children's Services

We are recruiting a Newly Qualified Social Worker (NQSW) to join our Norfolk Institute for Practice Excellence (NIPE) programme. The role offers a supported start into statutory social work in Norfolk Children’s Services.

Overview

• Permanent contract (subject to successful completion of ASYE)
• Starting salary £37,280 per annum (Scale I)
• Up to 37 hours per week.

Key Support & Development

• A reduced caseload that increases over the year in terms of case numbers and complexity, allowing you to build a solid foundation and diverse skill set.
• A dedicated Practice Consultant and senior Social Worker to provide reflective supervision, learning groups and tailored 1‑1 support for the first two years, alongside your Team Manager.
• Opportunity to learn from experienced social workers through group supervision and co‑working on complex cases.
• Protected development time and training throughout ASYE, and access to training through our partnership with the University of East Anglia to pursue an optional MA in Advanced Social Work.
• Option to start as a Social Work Assistant before registration with Social Work England, gaining experience and paid employment.
• Continued support through the second year to suit individual needs.
• Regionally competitive starting salary of £36,124, progressing to Level 2 with a £38,626 salary at the end of ASYE.

Requirements & Expectations

• Must be able to travel as part of the role and have a current UK driving licence and a vehicle. Provisional licence holders are welcome to apply; conditional offers may allow a delayed start of up to six months to pass the driving test. Failure to pass within six months will result in withdrawal of the offer.

• Commitment to the values and principles of Norfolk Children’s Services, including a strong focus on young people at the heart of our practice and partnership working across agencies.

Benefits

• Protected training and development opportunities.
• Chance to study a fully funded optional MA with the University of East Anglia.
• Competitive salary and progression track.
• Supportive, inclusive working environment and a strong senior leadership team.

About Norfolk Children’s Services

Norfolk County Council’s Children’s Services were rated Good in all areas in the most recent Ofsted inspection (November 2022) following significant improvements. The organisation’s system‑wide approach focuses on building resilience and meeting needs quickly and at the lowest level.

How to Apply

For an informal discussion with NIPE Team Manager Ruth Pilch regarding our programme, please email…