Social Work Apprentice - Adult Social Care

This post is fixed term until September 2028

Exciting Social Work Apprenticeship Opportunity!

Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives? Do you want to earn while you learn and develop a rewarding career in social work?

We are offering a Social Work Apprenticeship starting in September 2025 where you will gain hands-on experience, a professional qualification, and the opportunity to support individuals, families, and communities. Posts are available in the following Teams:

• Safeguarding Team
• Hospital Social Work Team                                                       
• Learning Disability Team
• Mental Health Team

Apprentices will be employed as Social Care Officers on a 3-year fixed term contact. The successful candidates would work 37 hours per week potentially across 7 days.  Once qualified, a social work post will be offered. 

A degree apprenticeship is a great opportunity, whatever your age.  On this degree apprenticeship you will attend Warwick University one day per week – alternating between face to face and online learning. You will evidence your learning through assignments and on the job activities. You will be supported by your team, your line manager, a university tutor and a designated Practice Educator in your workplace. 

This is an exciting time to join Sandwell Adult Social Care.  Our social work academy will provide support and development opportunities throughout your ASYE and through your social work career. We believe in a culture of trust, inclusivity and empowerment to unlock potential and strengthen the social workforce.

What We Offer:

✅ Paid apprenticeship with a structured learning program
✅ Work alongside experienced social workers
✅ Fully funded qualification in social work
✅ Supportive and inclusive working environment
✅ Real-life experience in helping people overcome challenges                                      

✅ We offer up to 36 days annual leave, depending upon service and the option to purchase up to an additional 10 days leave as well as a generous pension scheme.                                                                                         

Who We're Looking For:

• Passionate about helping others
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Committed to learning and professional development
• A team player with empathy and resilience 
• Some experience of social care whether in a professional or personal capacity 

You will need to hold GSCE English and Maths or equivalent qualification

Successful candidates will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS with Children and Adults barring check.

Interview dates: 4^th April and 7^th April 2025

For an informal discussion, please contact rachel_smith@sandwell.gov.uk, Lisa_Forbes@sandwell.gov.uk and Teresa_Halliday@sandwell.gov.uk.

This is your chance to kickstart a meaningful career with a real impact. Apply now and take the first step toward becoming a qualified social worker!

We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to their advertised date if we receive a large number of applications. Therefore, you are strongly advised to complete and return your application as soon as possible. When completing your application please refer to the supporting documents attached.

If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application, or have experienced a problem whilst applying for a position, please contact the Resourcing Team on 0121 569 3300 or via e-mail to: hr_resourcing@sandwell.gov.uk

For more information about working for Sandwell Council, our recruitment process and our offer to you please visit https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/counciljobs

Click here to find out more about our One Team Framework: Values and Behaviours

Click here  Point of entry to training | BASW to read the Professional Capabilities Framework at entry level which must be referred to in your personal statement

To apply please download the application and return to: Hrresourcing_applications@sandwell.gov.uk

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