Overview Return to Social Work Programme Have you been away from social work for a while and looking to restore your social work registration and update your skills? Are you ready to make a positive impact in to our community? Our Return to Social Work Programme is designed just for you Our Return to Social Work Programme is specifically tailored for individuals who have previously held registration with Social Work England and are ready to return to the profession. To find out more please refer to our Return To Social Work handbook attached. About The Role Our programme is tailored to help former social workers re-enter the field with confidence. With dedicated support and resources, we are committed to empowering you on your professional development journey as you reintegrate into the rewarding field of social work. Join us and take the next step towards revitalizing your career Stay updated and learn about the requirements based on your time out of practice. Make sure your skills are recognised and updated. Our support includes: Supervised Practice: Work alongside experienced social workers. Formal Study: Enrol in accredited courses and training programs. Private Study: Engage in self-directed learning through reading and reflection. Flexible learning opportunities to tailor your development based on your individual needs. About You Our Return to Social Work Programme is aimed at individuals who have previously been registered with Social Work England and are looking to re-join the register. We are offering this programme to support you in your development journey, providing the opportunity and support needed to update your skills and knowledge in line with Social Work England’s requirements. We welcome applications from former social workers who: Have a recognised qualification in social work. Are committed to making a positive impact on individuals and the community Are eager to update your skills and knowledge in the field. Other information This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: All unspent convictions and conditional cautions All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020 and 2023). For further information on filtering please refer to Nacro guidance and the guidance published by the Ministry of Justice (see, in particular, the section titled ‘Exceptions Order’). We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible. Buckinghamshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. Our values and culture We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are – Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. By joining us, you can expect: a fair and inclusive culture the chance to really make a difference to those around you health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events We know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that’s why we’re working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it’s important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone. We recognise and reward you Hard work and success deserves recognition. That’s why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco, we have discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva and much more. https://jobs.buckinghamshire.gov.uk/working-buckinghamshire-council/