Newly Qualified Social Workers - ASYE Programme

Newly Qualified Social Workers - (ASYE Programme)

PO1 - £38, months fixed term Full time Location: Richmond and Wandsworth Other essential information: £2,000 salary increase on successful completion of your probation / ASYE period. £3,000 retention bonus (every 2 years of service)

Objective of the role

Would you like the opportunity to begin your social work career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment that actively invests in your development?

You will join Richmond and Wandsworth Adult Social Care as part of the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme, where you will develop your skills, confidence and professional practice.

You will work within a collaborative social work team, supporting adults to maximise independence, wellbeing and choice, while gaining valuable experience across a range of adult social care functions.

Throughout your ASYE year, you will receive structured support, reflective supervision, and access to high-quality training to help you progress into a confident and capable social worker.

About the role

Key aspects of the role include:

• Undertaking Care Act assessments to identify needs, strengths and risks
• Developing and reviewing support plans that are person-centred and outcome-focused
• Applying the Mental Capacity Act, including capacity assessments and best interest decision-making
• Supporting and responding to safeguarding concerns to protect adults at risk
• Working in partnership with residents, carers and professionals to deliver holistic support
• Embedding reflective practice through regular supervision and learning opportunities
• Demonstrating a commitment to continued professional development (CPD)throughout the ASYE programme
• Applying social work values, legislation and guidance in practice
• Developing confidence in decision-making in both routine and complex situations
• Contributing to a collaborative and supportive team environment

What we offer

If you come and work for us, we will offer you:

• A structured ASYE programme with protected development time
• Reduced and carefully managed caseload in your first year
• Regular, high-quality professional supervision
• Reflective practice sessions, ASYE workshops and Action Learning Sets
• A comprehensive induction programme
• Clear pathways for career progression and continuing professional development
• Local Government Pension Scheme and staff benefits
• Strong commitment to professional supervision and supporting staff
• The benefits of a regional teaching partnership with Kingston University

Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Degree in Social Work (or equivalent qualification)Eligible for or registered with Social Work England
• Understanding of key legislation including the:
• Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding frameworks
• Ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders
• Willingness to learn, develop and engage with the ASYEprogramme
• Commitment to delivering person-centred, strengths-based practice

For an informal discussion please contact: Dijana Derakovic-Hodzic, ASYE manager on or Niall Robinson, ASYE Manager on

Key dates:

Closing Date: Sunday 31st May 2026.

Shortlisting Date: W/C Monday 15th June 2026.

Interview Date: TBC.

We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Additional information

Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments

throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know.

We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.