Continuation of the Step Up to Social Work Programme
May 1, 2025 Deputy Leader (responsible for Children and Education) (Cabinet member) Key decision Approved View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
...to extend the contract with the University of Hertfordshire for two years, at a cost of £399,072, to continue the Step Up to Social Work Programme and delegated authority for future extensions to the Operational Director for Children and Young People’s Services.
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Purpose
The Step Up to Social Work Programme is a
fully funded training programme for social workers. The current
contract is due to expire so we are seeking approval for an
extension of the existing contract with the University of
Hertfordshire to deliver the Step Up to Social Work Programme, in
line with the continued funding from the Department of Education
(DfE).
Decision
Approves the
extension of the contract between the Council and the University of
Hertfordshire for the delivery of the Step Up to Social Work
programme for a period of 2 years from 26 June 2025 - 25 June 2027,
at a cost of £399,072.
Approves delegated
authority for future contract extensions to the Operational
Director for Children and Young People’s
Services.
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Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 1 May 2025 |
| Subject to call-in | Yes |