Social Work Apprenticeship

Social Work Apprenticeship

Are you ready for a career in Social Work?

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 2024.
• 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 time tabled 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 through the use of frequent reviews, observations, feedback and the submission of academic assignments relating to the modules studied.

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
• 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

This is an exciting opportunity to join Children's Services in North East Lincolnshire as a Social Work Apprentice. We are holding information events:

• Friday 24 th May, 11:30 - 1pm, Doughty Learning Centre, Town Hall Square, Grimsby
• Thursday 30 h May, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Bremerhaven Room, Town Hall, Grimsby
• Tuesday 4 th June, 5:30pm - 6:30pm, Bremerhaven Room, Town Hall, Grimsby

We would welcome you to come along. We will be available to support you to gain more insight, information and understanding of the Social Work Apprentice role. To book a place on any of the above please email:

Your Benefits

As part of your RewardNEL package, not only will you enjoy a competitive salary, 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, discounted 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.

At North East Lincolnshire Council,

we know that together, we can be stronger.

About North East Lincolnshire Council

North East Lincolnshire Council is situated within the award-winning coastal area of Cleethorpes and the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds, North East Lincolnshire Council provide the perfect location for you to Live, Work & Play .

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North East Lincolnshire Council is committed to being an inclusive employer, where equality and diversity is recognised, celebrated, and embodied throughout the organisation, becoming a workforce that represents all.

North East Lincolnshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. For any posts that will involve access to children, young people and adults at risk, the successful applicant will need to undertake an enhanced criminal record check where appropriate.