Social Work Apprentice Oxfordshire County Council

This is a trainee role where successful candidates will complete their Social Work Degree Apprenticeship over three years, learning and studying, alongside gaining practical work experience. Successful candidates will need to meet the requirements of the apprenticeship programme throughout. This post is based in Adult Social Care.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 10 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £32,076.00

  • Working week

    37 hours a week. Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm.

    Total hours per week: 37

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Aug 2024

  • Date posted

    16 Apr 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Degree
    Level 6 (Degree with honours)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000244822

  • Positions

    10 available

What you will do in your working day

  • Working towards an honours degree meeting the Social Work Apprenticeship Degree Standard. 
  • This post is based in Adult Social Care, the post holder will be required to work collaboratively across adult social care and partner agencies to support and promote strong communities,
    making a real difference to the people and communities we serve, now, and for the future, whilst ensuring that we are delivering value for money.
  • Support is delivered through a strength-based approach to create opportunities, build resilience and long-term support networks so that people live their lives as successfully, independently,
    and as safely as possible.
  • Work as part of the teams within Adult Social Care to support and deliver social work to adults and families that we engage with, in line with statutory requirements.
  • Any other duties as may be deemed necessary to carry out the full remit of the role.

The training you will be getting

  • You will achieve a Level 6 degree in Social Work
  • You will also achieve an apprenticeship qualification in Social Work
  • You will attend University in Aylesbury for 1 day a week

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • To be a qualified Social Worker
  • Further progression may well be available in other areas within our sector, upon successful completion of the apprenticeship

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4-9) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4-9) Essential

Things to consider

You must have been resident in the UK for the last 3 years. You must be able to work full-time because of the placements and University attendance required. You are not eligible if you already have a Social Work degree.

About the employer

We're the local authority for Oxfordshire, committed to delivering top quality services and value for money on behalf of the county's 600,000+ residents.

Employer

Oxfordshire County Council

Address

County Hall

New Road

Oxford

OX1 1ND

Contact

Helen Payne

helen.payne@oxfordshire.gov.uk

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Training

Training provider

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE NEW UNIVERSITY

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Social worker (integrated degree)

Level 6 (Degree with honours)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

Employer's Application Instructions

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 10 May 2024