2:1 UK Upper Second Class Honours degree (2:1); or overseas equivalent and Grade C or grade 4 GCSE English and Mathematics or equivalent (Level 2 Functional Skills Maths and English are regarded as an acceptable equivalent). A minimum of 6 months full time or 12 months part-time relevant experience working with vulnerable adults or children is required at the point of application. Preference will be given to applicants with a wide range of relevant experience and a 2:1 or above degree classification and overseas applicants must have an equivalent level of experience. Applicants with 2:2 (Honours) degree classification and extensive relevant experience will be considered. Normally we require a UK 2:1 (Honours) or equivalent in relevant subjects but we will consider a high 2:2 or relevant work experience. Candidates with professional qualifications in an associated area may be considered. Where a ‘high 2:2’ is considered, we would normally define this as reflecting a profile of 57% or above. To complete your application you will need to submit: A copy of your degree certificate if you have completed your degree A copy of your Mathematics and English results at Key Skills level 2 or GCSE level or overseas equivalent A copy of your CV to include the duration and responsibilities of any voluntary work, part-time work and full-time work you have completed. Additional information You are required by the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) to have Mathematics and English at Key Skills level 2, equivalent to grade C at GCSE level. You will be expected to provide a reference from a current employer. All shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake the following selection process: complete a written test attend a group interview attend an individual interview write a reflective essay - to be completed in the applicant's own time. (Applicants invited for interview will be emailed the essay title and will have three weeks to complete the essay from the date of the email). Applicants are assessed against Professional Capabilities Framework for Social Work - Entry Level You will also need to undergo a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure and provide a satisfactory health and personal circumstances declaration. Overseas applicants will complete a written test and an interview (on Skype) conducted with the Admissions Tutor.