Job Description
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:
* 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 opportunities
If 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.