Newly Qualified Social Workers on the ASYE Programme
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
27/03/2026
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 17/04/2026 23:59
Salary:
£35,235 per annum + £1,239 per annum essential car user allowance
Job Category:
Social Work - Children Service
Employment Location:
Sandhill Centre, Sunderland
Further Information
Kick-Start Your Social Work Career with Together for Children!
Newly Qualified Social Worker on the ASYE Programme
Grade 6 - £35,235 per annum + £1,239 per annum essential car user allowance
Working Pattern: 37hours per week
Location: Sandhill Centre
Closing date: 17th April 2026
Interview Date: 29 April, 2026 (face to face interviews only)
Join our Team
Together for Children Sunderland is on a transformative journey to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people in Sunderland. We are an outstanding Ofsted-rated Children’s service, if you’re committed to helping children, families, and our community thrive and have the skills to support our mission, we would love to hear from you. You can learn more about us here: Together for Children.
About the role
We are looking for passionate and motivated ASYE Social Workers who are eager to make a positive difference. As part of our ASYE programme, you will receive high-quality support, reflective supervision, protected development time, and opportunities to build your confidence and professional identity.
You will work directly with children, young people, and families across our services, developing skills in assessment, planning, relationship-based practice, and multi-agency working—all while being supported to meet the ASYE framework requirements.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. We will also carry out an online internet search for information that is publicly available online that might suggest that you are not fit to work with children or young people.
We want you to apply if you have:
A Social Work degree (BA/MA/BSc/MSW) or equivalent
Registration with Social Work England (or registration pending)
A commitment to relationship-based practice, safeguarding, and improving outcomes
Strong communication, empathy, and organisational skills
A desire to learn and grow within a supportive team environment
Please contact Lindsay.phinn@togetherforchildren.org.uk for an informal discussion.
Why work with us?
Make a difference: Our work matters. The work we do is incredibly rewarding. Join us and make a difference in the lives of our children, families, and community.
Inclusion: Thrive in our diverse and inclusive culture and be part of our employee networks, including Accessibility, LGBTQ+, Racial Equality, Armed Forces and Menopause.
Work-Life Balance: We offer a hybrid model of working with agile and flexible working arrangements, including part-time opportunities, flexible hours, and the possibility of remote work arrangements.
Professional Development: Advance your career with our comprehensive induction, supervision, peer support, and supportive environment.
Be part of a happier, healthier workforce: Benefit from our wide range of wellbeing activities and employee assistance programmes.
Attractive Salary, Benefits and Rewards: for additional information please follow this link Together for Children Benefits and rewards
What our team think: About UsWe value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to various ages, disabilities, neurodiverse individuals, gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, beliefs, races, and ethnicities. We aim for our team to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
We are committed to making our application process accessible to everyone. Please reach out to our EDI Lead EDI@togetherforchildren.org.uk or peoplesupport@togetherforchildren.org.uk so we can discuss any adjustments or support we can provide during the recruitment process or within the workplace.
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants who can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked-after young person, are care experienced, or are a veteran.
Are you ready to make a difference?
Please note
This job is closed for applications.