Job Description

Directorate: Children and Families

Section: Learning and Development

Location: Civic Centre

Grade: Level 12

Salary: 45,091 - 48,226

Hours: 37 - Full Time

This advert is open to both Internal and External applicants.

Join Us as an Advanced Practitioner - ASYE & Skills Development

Are you passionate about shaping the future of social work?

Stoke-on-Trent City Council is looking for an experienced and dynamic social work professional to lead our ASYE and Skills Development programme.

In this pivotal role, you'll support and develop social workers from student to progression, lead on ASYE, apprenticeships, and CPD, and work closely with the Principal Social Worker to drive quality and innovation across Children's Social Care.

You'll design and deliver training, mentor practitioners, and influence regional partnerships and national initiatives.

We're seeking someone with: A social work qualification and SWE registration A Practice Educator's Award Strong experience in mentoring, training, and direct work with children and family's Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills

Why join us?

You'll be part of a forward-thinking Learning Academy, helping to shape a learning culture that supports safe, confident, and skilled practice.

You'll have the opportunity to influence strategy, develop others, and grow your own career in a supportive and ambitious environment.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all our employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful applicant will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Please note that if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this vacancy their application will receive priority. If this happens you will be advised accordingly.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Stoke-on-Trent City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We understand that some people, especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply if they don't meet all the listed requirements. If this role interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.

To Apply

- please visit our website https://webrecruitment.stoke.gov.uk/wrl/ If you have any queries or want an application form in another format, please email or call us on 01782 238189.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 45,091.00-48,226.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 21/09/2025
Reference ID: 0000025021