Social Worker (ASYE)

Teams: Family Help, Family Help Safeguarding and Children in Care Teams

Locations: Ellesmere Port, Chester and Winsford

Make a difference from the very beginning of your social work career.

Are you a Newly Qualified Social Worker looking for the right place to complete your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE)?

Organisation

Cheshire West and Chester Council

Location

Chester, Ellesmere Port, Winsford

Job Category

Children and Young People Services

Grade

CWAC NJC - Grade 8

Salary Min

£35,570 per annum

Salary Max

£40,444 per annum

Hours per week

37

Weeks per year

52.143

Employment Type

Permanent

Closing Date

18/10/2026

Ref No

W4875

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Cheshire West and Chester Council is a place where everyone can Thrive – through our core values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Value for Money and Empowerment.

At Cheshire West and Chester Council, we believe that great social workers are developed through support, learning and meaningful practice experiences. We are looking for passionate and motivated Newly Qualified Social Workers who want to make a genuine difference to the lives of children, young people and families across Cheshire West.

This is an exciting time to join us as we continue to invest in our Children's Social Care services through the Families First Partnership Programme and the emerging Care reforms. Our Family Help, Family Help Safeguarding and Children in Care Teams work alongside partner agencies to deliver timely, relationship-based support which helps children remain safe, happy and achieve their full potential.

As an ASYE Social Worker, you will benefit from a structured programme designed to build your confidence, skills and professional judgement. You will receive dedicated support, protected development time, regular supervision and access to experienced and approachable managers who are invested in your success.

We are looking for individuals who:

• Are passionate about improving outcomes for children and families.
• Want to build strong, meaningful relationships with the children they support.
• Are committed to learning and developing their social work practice.
• Value trauma-informed and systemic approaches.
• Believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive.

Our approach is rooted in trauma-informed and systemic practice, enabling social workers to understand the experiences of children and families and support them to achieve positive, lasting change.

We have invested in innovative technology through Magic Notes, reducing administration time by an average of six hours per week and allowing social workers to spend more time where it matters most, with children and families.

Many of our leaders started their careers here, progressing through the organisation whilst being supported to reach their full potential. If you are looking for a local authority that will invest in you from day one, Cheshire West and Chester could be the perfect place to start your social work journey.

What we offer

• Structured ASYE programme and support
• High quality reflective supervision
• Excellent learning and development opportunities
• Trauma-informed practice training
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Bright, modern office environments with tea and coffee provided
• Free parking at all office locations
• Social Work England registration paid for by the Council
• Up to 16 days flexi leave per year, in addition to annual leave
• Clear progression opportunities following successful completion of ASYE including immediate pay reward

Salary: Grade 8 SCP 23-28 (£35,570 - £40,444)

For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Jennifer Cragg on 0151 337 6323 or at [email protected]

Please note that this job is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and children. It’s a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group (i.e. adults at risk, children, or both).

To find out more information about what it is like to work for Cheshire West and Chester Council including our rewards and benefits please see www.cwcrecruitment.co.uk

Candidates may use AI tools to support proofreading, editing and presentation. However, all application materials should represent the candidate's own experience, perspectives and thinking. We are seeking original and authentic responses, and applicants should ensure that any submission reflects their own analysis, judgement and vision for the role. No candidate will meet every single requirement - if your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!

Cheshire West and Chester Council are committed to equality and diversity in employment. Please see the Equality Policy for more information.

Cheshire West and Chester Council have adopted a Local Living Wage for our employees which means that all employees will receive a minimum of £13.45 per hour for all contracted hours.

For any technical enquiries please email [email protected] and quote job reference number in all correspondence.