Salary: A voluntary agreement to support on the unpaid Return to Social Work Practice ProgrammeHours: FlexibleWorkbase: Carlisle or Workington
Return to Social Work ProgrammeCumberland Council’s Children & Family Wellbeing Directorate is offering a Return to Social Work programme for social workers looking to resume their careers after a break. This initiative is designed to support returnees in completing the Continuous Professional Development (CPD) necessary for re-registering with Social Work England (SWE). Successful applicants will be provided with supervised practice under the guidance of a registered professional, allowing them to refresh their skills and knowledge in a supportive environment as they work towards regaining their SWE registration. Importantly, during this supervised period, there is no requirement to manage a caseload.
Supervised practice will involve shadowing social workers and could include activities such as:
Our Support During the ProgrammeWe are committed to ensuring that those returning to social work have a positive, supportive learning experience and feel like valued team members. Supervisors, managers, and practice educators will work closely with participants to ensure they receive the necessary support and development. Participants will:
CPD Requirements for Re-registering with SWEThe amount of CPD required to re-register varies depending on how long someone has been out of practice. For example:
For more detailed guidance on restoration, please visit the SWE website.
Eligibility Criteria
Steps to Re-register with Social Work EnglandTo start the process of restoring registration, follow the steps provided on the Social Work England (SWE) website. Key requirements include:
Participants can use their profession towards the return-to-practice hours required for SWE registration.
DBSThis role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check with an Adults and Children’s Barred List check.
Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with adults and Children. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with Adults and Children.
Safer RecruitmentAt Cumberland Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.
This is a rolling advert meaning applications will be considered as and when we receive them. If you are successfully shortlisted, we will contact you directly to arrange an interview date and time.
If this sounds like you, and you share our passion, then please get in touch!
Looking to return to practice and require Social Work England Restoration? Get in touch with our Principal Social Worker today via lyndsey.smith@cumbria.gov.uk to discuss options for doing your 30 or 60 day placement.
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