What is the Social Work Apprenticeship:
- The Social Work Apprenticeship is a 3-year programme which with successful completion you will obtain a BA (Hons) Social Work Degree starting in September 2025.
- You will be an employee of North East Lincolnshire Council in the role of a Social Work Apprentice
- You will be based within the Childrens Services social work teams as your ‘hub’ and will then complete placements in contrasting settings within North East Lincolnshire Council social care services during year 2 and 3 of the programme.
- You will attend University one day per week for the academic delivery of the programme modules
- You will be provided one day per week of protected learning where you may be timetabled for additional days at university or will be required undertake self-directed learning to complement the programme
- You will be supported by a university tutor who will ensure the consistency of the programme and will undertake assessment of your performance throughout the programme
- You will be supported by a Workplace Supervisor who will be based within your ‘hub’ and will provide regular support and supervision. Your workplace supervisor will also have oversight of your day-to-day conduct, the work, and tasks you are undertaking and in ensuring you are being provided with positive learning and development opportunities.
- You will be assessed throughout the 3-year programme with frequent reviews, observations, feedback and the submission of academic assignments relating to the modules studied.
- You will need a driving licence.
Who you are:
- You have a recognised qualification in Maths and English at level 2 or equivalent and we will require the evidence of a certificate upon applying this will be requested at point of being successfully shortlisted and prior to interview.
- You have at least one year of experience working in the social care sector
- You are committed to engaging in the academic and practical study involved in the apprenticeship programme, to develop skills and knowledge of the social work role and to support the successful completion of the apprenticeship programme
- You want to build on and develop the skills to work to achieve the best outcomes for children, young people, and families
- You can see the benefit of working closely with all professionals who contribute to the lives of children, young people and families and will work in partnership
Who we are:
- Committed to support you during your apprenticeship by working collaboratively with the university and offering access to extensive internal training, learning and development
- Committed to the promotion of academic development through university days, protected learning days and continual practice development within your work base and placement opportunities
- Committed to achieving the best outcomes for children, young people, and families.
- Have caring and compassionate leaders and managers who care about the job we do, the support offered to our social care staff and the children, young people and families we support
Please note that if successfully shortlisted we will request an immediate application to the apprenticeship and at this point all evidence will be required. This includes certificates of your highest-level qualification and your Level 2 in maths and English.
This is an exciting opportunity to join Children’s Services in North East Lincolnshire as a Social Work Apprentice. We are holding information meetings on the following dates and times:
Tuesday 10th June 4:30pm – 5:15pm, Grimsby Town Hall
Tuesday 10th June 5:30pm – 6:15pm, Grimsby Town Hall
Friday 13th June 1:30pm – 2:30pm, Grimsby Town Hall
We will provide more of an insight, information and understanding of the Social Work Apprentice role. To book a place on any of the above please email: childrensworkforce@nelincs.gov.uk
Your Application
All applicants are advised to carefully read the information provided in the Role Profile and Person Specification. If you require an informal discussion about the role, please contact Rebecca Smith via Rebecca.Smith@nelincs.gov.uk
Key Dates
Interview date: 14th – 15th July
We want you to have the best interview experience with us, so will provide candidates selected for interview their questions 24 hours in advance of meeting us.
We reserve the right to close our adverts early if we have received a significant volume of suitable applications.
As part of your RewardNEL package, you will have a generous leave entitlement (including bank holidays) and enrolment into a local government pension.
You will also have access to our exclusive RewardNEL platform.
This includes a variety of salary sacrifice schemes including Cycle2Work, Holiday Extra and Tusker (Car Lease), discounts at local coffee shops and bars, direct access to our inhouse wellbeing support, free and discounted local car parking as well as instant access to new savings at major retailers, entertainment and hotels.
NELC staff can also benefit from flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities and a Fostering friendly scheme.
Do you need support?
If you need any help applying for this position, please contact Wendy Trask on 07702 338542 (text or call). Wendy can support with digital access as well as offering advice and guidance about completing the different sections of the application form.
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