Newly qualified social worker (NQSW) pilot
Over three years from September 2008, CWDC is working with employers to pilot a comprehensive programme of support for NQSWs that offers:
- a comprehensive induction schedule through their first year of employment;
- high quality supervision and training;
- easy-to-use guidance materials; and
- a professional development plan designed to increase confidence and maximise capability.
The programme is supporting 1,000 NQSWs working for 89 employers in its first year. Participation is open to people who have recently qualified as a social worker or who have completed less than six months' work as a qualified social worker. Employers can register an interest in taking part in the second year of the project at www.cwdcouncil.org.uk/nqsw/interest.
The support package has been designed to ensure that NQSWs receive consistent, high quality support and that those supervising NQSWs are confident in their skills to provide support. The programme aims to contribute to increasing the number of people who continue their long-term career within social work with children and families.
Download documents
Guidance materials from the first year of the pilot programme can be downloaded at www.cwdcouncil.org.uk/nqsw/pilot-programme. These will be updated for the programme's second year, which begins in September 2009.
Further information & frequently asked questions
If you would like further information you may find our frequently asked questions section useful. Otherwise, please contact us on 0113 244 6311 or email nqsw@cwdcouncil.org.uk
