Job Title:
Trainee Social Worker
Location of the job:
Nationwide
Employer:
Frontline
Salary:
Last day to apply:
23 November 2026
Role Summary
- Become a children's social worker.
- Help keep children safe and supported.
- Work with families, schools, and health workers.
- No experience needed to start.
- Learn and work for three years.
Key Tasks
- Visit children at home or school.
- Support parents and children in tough times.
- Work with other helpers like teachers and nurses.
- Use your learning at work every day.
- Help make big decisions for children's wellbeing.
Skills And Experience
- Need a college degree (2.2 or above).
- Good English skills (GCSE Grade C/4 or higher).
- Must live in England and have the right to work here.
- No social work experience needed.
- Want to help children and families.
- Good at listening, caring, and thinking carefully.
Pay And Hours
- First year: Training with a tax-free £18,000–£20,000 bursary.
- Years two and three: Paid job earning £30,000 to £44,000.
- Work and study for a master's degree.
- Support and training continue throughout.
Location And Workplace
- Work with local government teams in England.
- Places limited, so apply early.
- Supported by experienced social workers and tutors.
How To Apply
- Apply online before places fill up.
- You must be ready to commit for three years.
- No prior social work needed, just motivation.
- Open to people from all backgrounds.
- Funded by UK Government and run by Frontline charity.
Checklist For Applicants
- Have a 2.2 degree or higher.
- Have GCSE English Grade C/4 or equivalent.
- Live in England and can work here.
- Ready to train and work for three years.
- Want to help children and families.
- Apply early to secure your place.
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