What is Front line?

Front line is an intensive social work qualifying programme which offers people the opportunity to train on the job as child protection social workers. Participants on the programme work in units of four, which are managed by a Consultant Social Worker.

What is a Consultant Social Worker?

Consultant Social Workers (CSWs) are vital to the Front line model. Each CSW is responsible for four participants who are undertaking their Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work. CSWs work with participants using a unit model approach - a systemic practice model for working with families, with cases managed through weekly unit meetings. These meetings provide a dynamic learning environment and a reflective space to think systemically about the cases in your unit. The role offers those who wish to remain in practice the opportunity to do so alongside the chance to take on supervisory and management responsibility for a small team. For more information about what a day in the life of a CSW looks like, take a look at our website here.

What will I get from being a CSW?

An enriching opportunity for experienced practitioners to remain in practice whilst also taking on a management and teaching role
Access to a high quality systemic training course with the opportunity to complete PEPS 1 and 2
Access to 1:1 coaching and mentoring from a Practice Tutor
Be part of a national network of CSWs contributing to innovations in practice and broader social work reforms
After completing one year in the role you will become part of the Front line Fellowship

If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.