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Children’s ASYE – now open!
Devon County Council
Start Your Social Work Career with Confidence – Join Devon County Council’s Assessed and Supported Years in Employment (ASYE) programme
Children’s Newly Qualified Social Worker Briefing Sessions
Join us for our upcoming Microsoft Teams briefing sessions! We’ll walk you through everything you need to know about our ASYE programme, the recruitment process, and answer any questions you may have. We are holding two briefing sessions in April, both will have similar content so that you have a choice of dates in which to attend.
Don’t miss out, book your place today!
Thursday 16 April 2026 at 5:30 – 7:00 pm
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Do it for ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Welcome to our new Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme
We have made significant changes to our ASYE programme including extending it to a two-year supported programme. We understand that personalised extended support is crucial in helping you navigate the challenges ahead and equip you with the necessary skills to manage the practical and emotional complexities you will face in the first two years of practice. This extended support is designed to provide you with a sense of security and reassurance as you embark on your professional journey.
Here at Devon County Council (DCC), we provide a bespoke ASYE programme dedicated to your individual learning and development needs. We will support you throughout your transition from NQSW to an experienced social worker, which we recognise can be daunting and feel like a giant leap. We even tailor opportunities depending on your starting point, accounting for previous experience and acknowledging your progress and development throughout the programme.
Please note that this programme does not offer sponsorship. If you are applying from overseas, you must provide evidence of your right to work and stay in the UK.
What the Devon ASYE programme can offer you!
Bespoke support
Learning and development opportunities
Additional extras
Regular reflective practice groups to share experiences and learn from each other.
A personal development advisor assigned by the Academy, offering individual support and guidance. Protected time and caseload throughout the two programme.
Dedicated support and supervision from your manager to help you reflect on your practice and learning needs.
Two week comprehensive induction programme.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) days, to support your Learning and Development Plan. Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including seminars, workshops and action learning.
In the second year, you will receive more bespoke training for your specialist area of practice.
Relocation allowance (paid pro rata according to policy).
Clear career pathway to progress within Children’s Social Care here in Devon.
Paid professional re-registration fees. Retention fee of £2,000 annually.
This is paid out in two payments in June and December. (You must have at least six months in the role to receive the payments.)
Structure of the ASYE programme
We want to ensure that all newly qualified social workers (NQSW) have the best introduction to their new role in children’s social work at Devon County Council.
Benefits of completing your ASYE
We offer a wide range of benefits and a clear and structured career progression pathway when you complete your ASYE with us at Devon County Council.
ASYE Programme Briefing Session
Don’t miss our upcoming briefing session – your chance to explore the ASYE programme in depth and get all your questions answered by our team!
The next briefing session will be held on Thursday 16 April at 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm. To register use the button below.
ASYE Programme now open for applications
Our ASYE programme is now open for applications! If you’re ready to begin your social work career with Devon’s Children’s Social Care, just click the link below to get started.
Feedback from Mavis, who completed an ASYE with us
“Devon supports you from the start. From on-the-job training to the skills and knowledge that they give you. They’ve got so many training options, both online and face-to-face, that enable you to be a better social worker”
Mavis, Experienced Social Worker
Why we chose an ASYE with Devon
Flexible working opportunities
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The place to work
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The place to live
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