Experienced Social Worker - Social Work Academy

Coventry City Council · Coventry, England · £40k–£48k

This is a live UK-based role at Coventry City Council, a UK Skilled Worker sponsor tracked by Sponsorly AI against the Home Office register. Posted 24 September 2026. Listed as open until 26 October 2026.

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Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do. Our Values are: Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent. Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best. Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one. Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve. Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents. Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do. We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias. At Coventry City Council, we are embarking on an incredible journey to create a brighter future for Coventry's children. As an 'Outstanding' Local Authority, we believe in pushing boundaries and delivering excellence for children and families. Our vision is clear, and our social workers are unwavering in their commitment to putting children and families at the centre of their practice. Be part of our inspiring team, making a meaningful difference in the lives of Coventry's children. Together, let's create a nurturing environment where every child's potential can flourish. What is the job role? This role is part of the Social Work Academy within Children’s Services, offering a unique chance to combine hands-on practice with leadership and development responsibilities. You will play a key role in guiding Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSWs), helping them grow in their practice while contributing to both service and professional development. With post-qualification experience, you’ll work closely with the Team Manager and Senior Practitioners in supporting, mentoring, and the development of the Newly Qualified Social Worker team. Your social work expertise will be critical in shaping the future of our team’s practice and supporting service improvement. All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and as such, appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Who are we looking for? We are seeking a candidate with a strong background in working with children, young people, and their families. You should have extensive experience in handling complex cases, including…

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