Council welcomes newly qualified social workers

The City of Wolverhampton Council has welcomed its latest cohort of newly qualified social workers.

Over the next 12 months, the 19-strong group – the largest to have joined the council so far – will complete the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme, offering them extra support during their first stage of their career.

The programme aims to develop their skills, knowledge and professional confidence in this rewarding yet challenging role.

Fourteen of the newly qualified social workers will work within children's social care, with the remaining five in adult services.

Councillor Jacqui Coogan, Cabinet Member for Children, Young People and Education, said: “As a council we take the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment very seriously.

"We have a very supportive and structured programme which includes training and reflective sessions, dedicated support from an Advanced Practitioner and a protected workload to build social workers’ confidence, all of which will help them consolidate their learning and strengthen their professional confidence, whilst being assessed against the post qualification standards.

"It's a great way for newly qualified social workers to hone their skills so that they are able to deliver the highest level of support to the children, families and adults with care and support needs in Wolverhampton.”

Councillor Linda Leach, Cabinet Member for Adults, added: "Wolverhampton is a fantastic place for people to begin their social work career. We really value the profession and are committed to supporting our staff to develop, grow and progress.

“As Cabinet Member for Adults, I see first-hand the dedication of our social work teams. They work incredibly hard, often going above and beyond for the people and carers they support.

"I would like to welcome our 19 newly qualified social workers, and I look forward to them having a long and successful career with us."

For more information about social work jobs available with the City of Wolverhampton Council, please visit http://www.wolvessocialworkjobs.com/.