Social work is a career with meaning, development and room to grow.
On this programme, you’ll gain the skills, experience and master’s degree to build a career that makes life better for children.
Approach Social Work
Why choose Approach Social Work?
Make a difference where it matters most
Get qualified while you train
You’ll work towards your master’s degree during our three-year training programme.
In year one you’ll receive a tax-exempt bursary while training on the job. From year two, you’ll step into a paid role as a newly qualified social worker, earning up to £34,000.
Be supported from day one
Learn on the job with guidance from tutors, experienced social workers and a peer network with career-long support from the Frontline Fellowship.
What you’ll do
Programme overview
Year one
- Begin study for your postgraduate diploma
- Work full-time in a local authority team, supported by tutors and practice educators
Year two and three
- Continue working towards your master’s degree
- Join the Frontline Fellowship for ongoing career development and support
Pay and progression
Year one: Receive a bursary of £18,000 (£20,000 in London) to help with living costs.
Year two: Step into a paid role as a newly qualified social worker (up to £34,000, or more in London)
Beyond: Opportunities to progress into senior practice, leadership, education or specialist roles
Eligibility requirements
- 2.2 in an undergraduate honours degree
- GCSE English Language at Grade C/4 or above
- Right to work and study in the UK until Sep 2029
- Resident in England
- Not social work qualified
Application process
- Registration
- Application form
- Online test
- Assessment centre
- Pre-employment and programme checks
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