Wiltshire Council

Social Work Return to Practice

The closing date is 20 August 2025

Job summary

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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

Main duties of the job

Social Work Return to Practice with Social Care

Are you thinking of returning to Social Work?

If youhave a social work degree andhave thought about returning to practice andregistering 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 havea social work degree buthavenot been registered with Social Work England or were previously registered but have beenout 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. Thats 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)

About us

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.

Details

Date posted

11 August 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£31,537 to £33,699 a year Please see job advert for additional salary information

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

F0041-5463

Job locations

County Hall

Bythesea Rd

Trowbridge

Wiltshire

BA14 8JN


Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE SEE JOB ADVERT

Social Work Return to Practice with Social Care

Are you thinking of returning to Social Work?

If you have a social work degree andhave thought about returning to practice andregistering as a Social Worker, then we can offer you the opportunity to do that in our Adult Social Care Service.

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE SEE JOB ADVERT

Social Work Return to Practice with Social Care

Are you thinking of returning to Social Work?

If you have a social work degree andhave thought about returning to practice andregistering as a Social Worker, then we can offer you the opportunity to do that in our Adult Social Care Service.

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Wiltshire Council

Address

County Hall

Bythesea Rd

Trowbridge

Wiltshire

BA14 8JN


Employer's website

http://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Wiltshire Council

Address

County Hall

Bythesea Rd

Trowbridge

Wiltshire

BA14 8JN


Employer's website

http://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

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Details

Date posted

11 August 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£31,537 to £33,699 a year Please see job advert for additional salary information

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

F0041-5463

Job locations

County Hall

Bythesea Rd

Trowbridge

Wiltshire

BA14 8JN


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