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Children’s Newly Qualified Social Worker (ASYE)
Devon County Council
We have exciting opportunities within Devon County Council for permanent Newly Qualified Social Workers in our Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme across various locations in Devon.
Do it for Devon – Start your career as a Newly Qualified Social Worker with us!
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 2025
Our ASYE programme for 2025 is now open for applications!
For all enquiries, please email the Children’s Recruitment team on childsc.recruitmentchildrenssocialwork-mailbox@devon.gov.uk
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
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