Newly Qualified Social Worker

Job in Bolton, Greater Manchester, NE66, England, UK

Listing for: Bolton Council

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-04

Job specializations:

Social Work
Family Advocacy & Support Services, Community Health, Child Development/Support, Guidance Counselor: Social/Educational

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 38220 GBP Yearly GBP 38220.00 YEAR

Salary and Contract

Salary: Grade H SCP 27 (£38,220) – SCP 31 (£41,771) per annum.

Benefits: Essential Car User Allowance up to £963 per annum;
Social Work England fee reimbursed £122 per annum; great staff benefits initiative.

Contract: Permanent.

The Role

Bolton Council is hiring newly qualified social workers to join the Safeguarding and Referral & Assessment teams. The role supports children and families in Bolton and includes a comprehensive support package for ASYEs, cover of Social Work England fees, and a supportive management team.

About You

You will reflect our values: kindness, empathy, genuine desire to make a difference for children and families in Bolton. Openness, honesty and a can‑do attitude are essential.

Benefits

Great work‑life balance.
Managed caseloads.
Free parking and on‑site café.
Supportive on‑site management team.
Flexibility for work/life balance.

Requirements

Essential

Qualifications:

Social Work qualified and registered with Social Work England.

Essential Requirements: Full driving licence, DBS clearance.

Employments offers are conditional upon satisfactory DBS clearance. This post requires a specified level of spoken English (fluency duty).

Legal & Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and young people, and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. DBS clearance is required for this role; information will be handled confidentially in accordance with DBS Code of Practice.

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