About the Role
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, if appropriate, court proceedings. This kind of social work often takes place over several months and involves regular visits with families.
About You
As a Children's Safeguarding Social Worker, you will play a critical role in protecting and promoting the welfare of children and young people. You will be responsible for assessing, planning, and implementing interventions to safeguard children and support families in crisis. Your work will involve collaboration with various professionals and agencies to ensure the best outcomes for the children in your care.
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
We value our workforce and offer an excellent benefits package, including:
SWE Registration paid annually
£6,000 Recruitment Welcome Bonus
Relocation support up to £8,000
Retention bonus payments
28 days annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata) 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 to make a difference and have Social worker experience and this is the role for you, then we would love to hear from you