Overview
Newly Qualified Social Worker – £42,000 per annum with a £2,000 salary increase on successful completion of the probation/ASYE period. Permanent, Full Time (36 hours). Location: Wandsworth. Recently rated Outstanding in every area by Ofsted (May 2026). The role is part of the ASYE programme starting September/October 2026.
We provide a service that has been praised for its highly responsive and compassionate social work, the trusting and enduring relationships built with children and families, and a culture of reflection, learning and professional curiosity.
In this role you will deliver ethical, relationship‑based interventions that respect and promote the rights of children, young people and their parents and carers. You will support families with their future hopes, self‑esteem and potential, and practice in a way that is respectful and ethical, privileging each family’s right to make the best possible decisions for their children.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with children, young people and their families to create positive change.
- Provide direct work with families, building positive relationships.
- Engage in high-quality induction, incremental learning and regular supervision.
- Participate in action learning sets and bespoke training workshops.
- Extend into second and third years post-qualifying through the Early Professional Development offer.
Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Relevant social work qualification and Social Work England membership.
- Experience working across voluntary and statutory agencies.
- ‘Can do’ attitude, creative and champion for children and families to achieve the best outcomes.
- Excellent communicator and collaborator, compassionate and understanding of the needs of children and young people.
- Applied knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance.
What We Offer
- Part of a small team with manageable caseloads.
- Business support and collaboration with team members.
- Opportunity to contribute to working groups and influence best practice.
- Access to comprehensive training: Systemic Foundation Training, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma‑Informed Practice and other reflective spaces.
Benefits
- £2,000 salary increase after successful completion of ASYE period.
- Payment of Social Work England registration fee.
- Performance related salary progression scheme.
- 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays (40 paid days in total).
- Regular reflective supervision and peer group supervision.
- Tailored Personal Development Plans.
- Amazing training opportunities.
- Early Professional Development (EPD) programme for years 2 and 3 post‑qualifying.
- Access to great transport links.
Equality, Diversity & Safeguarding
Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to making recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We promote equality and diversity, valuing differences and recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and appointment will be conditional upon a satisfactory check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.
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