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ASCH Shaping Futures Career Gateway Adult social care career gateway for adult social care employees The Career Gateway is a central point for developing our employees skills, knowledge, and career in Adult Social Care and Health (ASCH). It encourages collaboration, innovative learning and development through their career with us. Whether they are a new or existing employee, training and resources can be found to fit their role and needs. Our 'Shaping Futures' initiative is going live on Thursday 22 May 2025. Following our cultural priorities - learning, nurturing potential, and improving performance - the ‘Shaping Futures’ pages offer a mix of existing resources and new services to support career advancement. Plus, the site will keep updating with new services and resources.
Sponsored Social Work Degree Nottinghamshire County Council are working in partnership with Nottingham Trent University at West Nottinghamshire College, Mansfield to sponsor up to 10 students on a BA (Hons) social work degree. Successful applicants of the sponsorship will receive: - A bursary to pay the training fees for each year for the three year programme - £2K per year contribution towards living expenses - Two guaranteed student placements with Nottinghamshire County Council, Adult Social Care and Health Department and/or Children and Families Department - Guaranteed employment with Nottinghamshire County Council in Mansfield, Ashfield or Bassetlaw upon successful completion of the training. You can apply for the sponsorship if: You live in Nottinghamshire OR You are a Nottinghamshire County Council employee And You agree to work for Nottinghamshire County Council as a social worker for three years after successfully completing the training. Click below for further detail.
One week left to apply for our Graduate Development Programme The programme is a part of our wider approach to workforce planning and talent management. It is open to those who have graduated with a 2:1 degree or above within the last five years, and are either: - a resident of Nottinghamshire or Nottingham - a current employee of Nottinghamshire County Council. Applications are also open to final year students at Nottingham Trent University or the University of Nottingham, who expect to graduate with a 2:1 or higher in summer 2025. The closing date for applications is Monday 21 April 2025. For more information, including how to apply, visit the Graduate Development Programme section of our website.
Neurodivergent Celebration Week 17 to 23 March This week is dedicated to recognising and celebrating the diverse ways our brains work. Whether it’s colleagues, Nottinghamshire residents, family, or friends, we all interact with neurodivergent individuals daily. Nottinghamshire County Council are holding a series of inspirational panel discussions featuring experts from various fields, aimed at educating and sparking conversations about neurodiversity. All events are free and open to all staff. Our managers at all levels are especially encouraged to attend these events to better understand and support neurodivergent team members, fostering a more inclusive and productive work environment.
Disability Confident Leader status Nottinghamshire County Council has achieved Disability Confident Leader status! We have demonstrated our commitment to supporting and promoting the employment of people with both visible and non-visible disabilities and our inclusive practices as an organisation. This status is the highest level of recognition within the Disability Confident scheme and is made possible by the great work of colleagues, managers, self-managed support groups, and more across the organisation. Our workforce highlights the talents that people from all backgrounds can bring to our organisation.
Annual Leave Purchase Scheme Did you know we offer our staff an annual leave purchase scheme, a salary sacrifice scheme which in brief provides the opportunity for eligible employees to purchase a minimum of one and up to five additional working days over the course of an annual leave year.
Employee wellbeing hub We have resources available to our staff to support their physical and mental health. Our employee wellbeing hub has a wealth of internal and external resources, information, and advice to support their wellbeing. Employee wellbeing is important both at and outside of work, and the information on the hub can help them support their physical and mental health. The hub includes links to helpful organisations, wellbeing tools, workplace resources and more. There is also the option for staff to sign up for our wellbeing newsletter.
ENTRY TO EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT THE COUNCIL Did you know that we have several programmes that support individuals to develop their skills, gain valuable work experience and start their careers? These programmes focus on those who are at risk of economic activity and may need a bit more support as they begin their careers. There is a huge pool of untapped talent just waiting to start work. We provide opportunities through the following programmes: SEND INTERNSHIP These internships are for young people (16 to 24 year-olds) with special educational needs or disability (SEND) and are delivered collaboratively with education providers. The young people are enrolled on an education programme designed to support them into work but spend a large percentage of their time with an employer. APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMME The council’s Apprenticeship Programme is specifically designed to offer opportunities for people to develop their skills and gain a qualification. We have had some fantastic apprentices on this programme since it started in 2017 – many of whom are still with us and thriving in their careers.
Employee ICT Awareness Sessions We offer ICT awareness sessions to all our staff to support them in using the modern technologies and features available within the Microsoft 365 suite. Most of the sessions range from 45 to 120 minutes and are ideal for employees who would like to learn more, or new starters who need guidance in the technology being offered at Nottinghamshire County Council. These sessions are aimed at a smaller audience to give a more focused experience with open interaction.
LGBTQ+ Staff Network newsletter We regularly publish an LGBTQ+ Staff Network newsletter, which includes news and information on a number of varied, upcoming events taking place throughout each month.
