ASYE Development Manager
| Posting date: | 05 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £49,265 to £51,855 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Inclusive of 15% market supplement |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 February 2026 |
| Location: | Chippenham, Wiltshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Wiltshire Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6250 |
Summary
Salary: £49,265 - £51,855 (Inclusive of 15% market supplement)
Hours per week: 37 hours
Interview date: Tuesday 3rd March 2026
Support and Safeguarding Service - Empowering Families, Protecting Futures
An Exciting opportunity has arisen within our Support and Safeguarding service for an ASYE Development Manager to join our dedicated and supportive team!
This opportunity is perfect for those aspiring to enhance their expertise and capabilities, paving the way for a transition into a managerial role.
The Support and Safeguarding Service work with some of our most vulnerable children in Wiltshire, including children in need, children in need of protection, children who are the subject of family proceedings and a proportion of our looked after children.
As the ASYE Development Manager, you will manage the caseload, supervise, coach, and mentor a cohort of newly qualified social workers navigating their Assessed and Supported Year of Employment (ASYE). You'll be responsible for guiding and monitoring their development over 12 months, carefully reviewing their portfolios and observing their professional practice to ensure growth and proficiency in the field.
Your main goal is to empower these social workers to reach their full potential and ensure high-quality service delivery. Responsibilities include supervising, promoting development, and modelling best practices to cultivate a high-performance culture.
We count on you to be an excellent role model, setting high expectations for yourself and others. Your role involves showcasing outstanding practice and inspiring others to follow suit. To qualify, you must be a registered social worker with Social Worker England registration, possessing a minimum of 3 years of post-qualification experience. Demonstrating your ability to coach, mentor, or supervise other students or social workers is essential.
Hours per week: 37 hours
Interview date: Tuesday 3rd March 2026
Support and Safeguarding Service - Empowering Families, Protecting Futures
An Exciting opportunity has arisen within our Support and Safeguarding service for an ASYE Development Manager to join our dedicated and supportive team!
This opportunity is perfect for those aspiring to enhance their expertise and capabilities, paving the way for a transition into a managerial role.
The Support and Safeguarding Service work with some of our most vulnerable children in Wiltshire, including children in need, children in need of protection, children who are the subject of family proceedings and a proportion of our looked after children.
As the ASYE Development Manager, you will manage the caseload, supervise, coach, and mentor a cohort of newly qualified social workers navigating their Assessed and Supported Year of Employment (ASYE). You'll be responsible for guiding and monitoring their development over 12 months, carefully reviewing their portfolios and observing their professional practice to ensure growth and proficiency in the field.
Your main goal is to empower these social workers to reach their full potential and ensure high-quality service delivery. Responsibilities include supervising, promoting development, and modelling best practices to cultivate a high-performance culture.
We count on you to be an excellent role model, setting high expectations for yourself and others. Your role involves showcasing outstanding practice and inspiring others to follow suit. To qualify, you must be a registered social worker with Social Worker England registration, possessing a minimum of 3 years of post-qualification experience. Demonstrating your ability to coach, mentor, or supervise other students or social workers is essential.
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