Job Title: Social Worker
Agency: Suffolk County Council, Bury St Edmunds IP33 3YU
Location: United Kingdom
Salary/Rate: £34,434 pa rising to £37,280 pa

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Job Description

Social Worker Jobs UK 2026: Apply for Newly Qualified Social Worker positions with Suffolk County Council. Permanent full-time and part-time roles, salary up to £37,280 plus ASYE payments, relocation package, excellent benefits and UK visa sponsorship opportunities in 2026.

Newly Qualified Social Workers – UK Visa Sponsorship

Position Title

Newly Qualified Social Workers – UK Visa Sponsorship

Suffolk County Council

Address: Various locations in Suffolk – Hybrid and Community based in either Bury St Edmunds IP33 3YU, Ipswich IP1 2BX or Lowestoft NR33 0EQ

Salary: £34,434 pa rising to £37,280 pa (pro rata for half time)

A retention payment of £1,500, rising to £4,000 (pro rata for part-time) on successful completion of the ASYE (Assessed and Supported Year in Employment) programme

Hours: Full or part-time hours available

Type of contract: Permanent

At Suffolk County Council (SCC) we believe that when our people grow our communities prosper. This is why we are searching for a dedicated Newly Qualified Social Worker to join our Children and Young People department.

Here you’ll find more than a job; you’ll find your career. You’ll find opportunities to grow your talents and make a meaningful contribution. You’ll find the ability to rethink what’s possible.

Join a profession that transforms lives.

As a social worker, you will be part of a competent and regulated team positively impacting every day. You will assist people discover answers, uphold their rights and enable them to thrive in your work with children and their families. We appreciate the unique experiences and commitment of our social workers, and we want to share the actual, good tales of social work in our community.

Are you ready to reinvent what your social work career may be?

We are enthusiastic about delivering excellent care and support to children and young people in need and we know that to deliver an outstanding service our Newly Qualified Social Workers need to be at their best. Here you will be in a supportive environment where you will be completely encouraged to achieve your goals and realise your full potential during your AYSE, whilst keeping a healthy work-life balance.

Learning and shaping your career

We know that the work of a Newly Qualified Social Worker can be tough, and that is why we offer:

• regular supervision to ensure you feel supported in your role
• providing the appropriate training to develop your career
• a structured career progression scheme to develop you
• the commitment and full support from our management team and colleagues within the service to ensure you meet your goals and get the best out of your ASYE
• protected development and time for reflection
• regular supervision with your Practice Manager
• continuous CPD (Continuing Professional Development)
• PDP (Personal Development Plan)
• lower caseload (15 cases in the first 6 months)
• clinical supervision with an experienced practitioner

Not only is this good for your own wellness, but it also has a direct impact on the experience of the children and young people we care for.

This will help you to feel confident in your abilities and to give the greatest possible care to people in need.

Other Benefits

• Up to 29 days annual leave per annum plus bank holidays, pro rata for part-time
• 3 more days holiday every year, pro rata for part time
• 3 CPD days per year guaranteed
• Access to a relocation package up to £8,000
• Car leasing plan
• Welcome loan of £2,000 for all new social workers moving to Suffolk
• Free automobile parking on site at all council buildings
• Flexible working arrangements
• Supporting health and wellness
• Comprehensive onboarding plan
• Required Signs of Safety training
• Staff networks open to staff, councillors and partners

Requirements

• Appropriate social work qualification
• Registered with Social Work England
• Full and current driving licence
• Access to personal transport or meet the mobility needs of the position through other reasonable and adequate means

Visa Sponsorship

If you are living in the UK now, there may be sponsorship for a visa available.

This position is headquartered in Suffolk.

Team

You’ll be part of one of our specialist Family Help Teams – multi-disciplinary teams of social workers and practitioners dedicated to improving the outcome for children and young people across Suffolk.

Our work is creative, collaborative and compassionate, and we always aim to ensure every kid may live their best life.

We function through hybrid working, community participation and a flexible strategy.

Apply Now

Ready to re-imagine what’s possible in social work?

Apply today and let’s influence the future of Suffolk together.

How to Apply;

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online for this job

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