Our support and safeguarding teams are nurturing and supportive with their own unique identities. They cover a large, diverse county with several offices across Northamptonshire including Northampton, Daventry, Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough.
These teams support children and young people who are subject to a Child Protection Plan, Child in Need plan and, where appropriate, court proceedings. This type of social work often takes place over several months and involves regular visits with families.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of children subject to Child in Need and Child Protection plans
Undertake comprehensive assessments, including risk analysis and safeguarding concerns
Develop, implement, and review outcome-focused care and intervention plans
Carry out regular statutory visits to children and families
Lead on court work, including preparing reports and attending hearings
Work in partnership with multi-agency professionals to safeguard children
Participate in strategy discussions, core groups, and child protection conferences
Ensure all case recordings and reports are high quality and completed within timescales
Support families in crisis with targeted interventions to improve outcomes
Maintain a strong focus on achieving permanence and stability for children
About You
Qualified, registered Social Worker with completed ASYE
Experienced in court work and confident attending hearings independently
Passionate about delivering best practice and supporting children, young people, and families
Strong communicator with the ability to build positive relationships
Skilled in analysis and decision-making to deliver purposeful social care
Benefits
Social Work England Registration paid annually
£6,000 Recruitment Welcome Bonus
Relocation support up to £8,000
Retention bonus payments
28 days annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays and 5 extra days after 5 years
Local Government Pension Scheme with life cover and ill-health protection
Option to purchase up to 25 additional leave days
Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)
Discounts with local and national retailers
Flexible and family-friendly working arrangements
Enhanced maternity benefits
Subsidised town centre parking
Extensive learning and career development opportunitiesIf you thrive on making a difference and have social work experience, this could be the role for you-we would love to hear from you
Salary description
£40369.00 - £43686.00 per year