Job Title: Social Worker Team: Permanence Team Salary: £40,369 - £43,686 up to £6,000 welcome bonus (dependent on experience) Contract: Permanent, Full Time Are you an experienced and passionate social worker ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of children in care? Liquid Personnel are currently recruiting for a Social Worker to join a Permanence Team based in Northampton. Skilled Social Workers in this team place children at the centre of everything they do, building strong and purposeful relationships with children and young people, their families and carers to plan effectively for each child’s future. You will bring proven experience of working with looked‑after children, gained through roles such as a LAC or court team, attending court within a safeguarding service, or other areas of children’s social care. About You • Social Work England registered • 2 years post-qualified, with a completed ASYE • Experienced in safeguarding and working with children in care • Experience with Court Proceedings • Previous experience of Adoption and Child Permanence Report (CPR) writing• A confident communicator and team collaborator • Passionate about supporting children, families, and achieving positive change • Committed to best practice and continuous development Benefits You’ll be part of a supportive, friendly team where your growth is genuinely encouraged. With a range of benefits which include: • SWE Registration paid yearly (social care colleagues) • Recruitment Welcome Bonus of up to £6,000 • Relocation costs of up to £8,000 • Retention bonus payments for established personnel • 28 days annual leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time) and an additional 5 days after 5 years • Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3x annual salary) and ill-health protection • Opportunity to purchase up to 25 days annual leave • Employee discounts with local and national retailers • Flexible and family working arrangements • Enhanced maternity benefits • A permanent, supportive and inclusive management team where you will be empowered to make good professional decisions • Extensive Learning & Development and career development opportunities • Subsidised town centre car parking scheme Ready to make a difference from day one? Apply now and be a key part of a dedicated team working together to keep children safe and supported.