Social Work – Return to Practice
| Posting date: | 21 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £31,537 to £33,699 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 September 2025 |
| Location: | BA14 8JN |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Wiltshire Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 5463 |
Summary
We're continuously reviewing applicants weekly for this job posting. Once you have submitted your application a member of our team will contact you for further information.
Salary: £31,537 - £33,699 pro rata (once you have completed the return to practice programme, and are re-registered on the SWE register, you will move to £37,280 pro rata)
“In 2016 I completed a six month return to practice placement with Wiltshire Council having not worked in Social Work for over 10 years. Following the placement I successfully applied for a Social Work position in the Hearing and Vision Team. The decision to undertake the placement has proved positive for me and allowed me to continue to work in a profession that, although at times stressful, I find fulfilling and rewarding”
Joan - Specialist Social Worker with Deaf People
Social Work – Return to Practice with Social Care
Are you thinking of returning to Social Work?
If you have a social work degree and have thought about returning to practice and registering as a Social Worker, then we can offer you the opportunity to do that in our Adult Social Care Service.
About us
We are rated GOOD by CQC and are committed to supporting experienced Social Workers to join our workforce. We are highly committed to give every person a fulfilling life in a flourishing community. Our Adult Social Care teams work with adults across our communities to support them to live their lives their way.
The Return to Practice Programme is for those who have a social work degree but have not been registered with Social Work England or were previously registered but have been out of practice for some time and are now looking to reignite their passion for social work as a career. We recognise that additional support at the right time and level will enable you to gain confidence, build knowledge, IT skills, and allow you to gain the right experience to support your re-registration. That’s why we offer a supportive return to practice programme which includes:
We have a variety of teams and services that can support the return to practice programme:
Adult Community Teams
Locality Discharge Teams
Mental Health Teams
Learning Disabilities and Autism Teams
18-25 Moving On Team
Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
Return to practice
To return to the SWE register, you will be required to undertake a combination of private study, formal study, and supervised practice. The length of your updating period will vary on how long you have been out of practice. We can offer you supervised practice to support you with completing the returning to practice programme.
Why us?
A comprehensive ‘Induction Programme’ supported by clear guidance.
Support from regular formal and informal supervision.
Opportunities, including coaching and mentoring.
A comprehensive training package.
Flexible working scheme to promote a healthy work-life balance.
Join a dedicated and motivated team focused on making a difference.
The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.
We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services.
Salary: £31,537 - £33,699 pro rata (once you have completed the return to practice programme, and are re-registered on the SWE register, you will move to £37,280 pro rata)
“In 2016 I completed a six month return to practice placement with Wiltshire Council having not worked in Social Work for over 10 years. Following the placement I successfully applied for a Social Work position in the Hearing and Vision Team. The decision to undertake the placement has proved positive for me and allowed me to continue to work in a profession that, although at times stressful, I find fulfilling and rewarding”
Joan - Specialist Social Worker with Deaf People
Social Work – Return to Practice with Social Care
Are you thinking of returning to Social Work?
If you have a social work degree and have thought about returning to practice and registering as a Social Worker, then we can offer you the opportunity to do that in our Adult Social Care Service.
About us
We are rated GOOD by CQC and are committed to supporting experienced Social Workers to join our workforce. We are highly committed to give every person a fulfilling life in a flourishing community. Our Adult Social Care teams work with adults across our communities to support them to live their lives their way.
The Return to Practice Programme is for those who have a social work degree but have not been registered with Social Work England or were previously registered but have been out of practice for some time and are now looking to reignite their passion for social work as a career. We recognise that additional support at the right time and level will enable you to gain confidence, build knowledge, IT skills, and allow you to gain the right experience to support your re-registration. That’s why we offer a supportive return to practice programme which includes:
We have a variety of teams and services that can support the return to practice programme:
Adult Community Teams
Locality Discharge Teams
Mental Health Teams
Learning Disabilities and Autism Teams
18-25 Moving On Team
Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
Return to practice
To return to the SWE register, you will be required to undertake a combination of private study, formal study, and supervised practice. The length of your updating period will vary on how long you have been out of practice. We can offer you supervised practice to support you with completing the returning to practice programme.
Why us?
A comprehensive ‘Induction Programme’ supported by clear guidance.
Support from regular formal and informal supervision.
Opportunities, including coaching and mentoring.
A comprehensive training package.
Flexible working scheme to promote a healthy work-life balance.
Join a dedicated and motivated team focused on making a difference.
The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.
We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services.
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