👶 Children’s Social Worker (Qualified) – Central FACT Team
đź“Ť Location: County Hall, Northumberland County Council, Morpeth, NE61 2EF
đź’Ľ Client: Northumberland County Council
🗓️ Contract Type: Temporary
đź’° Pay Rate: ÂŁ197-ÂŁ205 per day
Are you a passionate and experienced Children’s Social Worker ready to make a real difference?
Northumberland County Council is currently seeking a Qualified Children’s Social Worker to join our Central FACT Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a committed local authority, delivering vital support to children and families across the region.
🔍 Your Key Responsibilities:
* Manage a caseload of children in need, child protection, and children in care.
* Undertake assessments, care planning, and direct work with children and their families.
* Collaborate with multi-agency partners to ensure the best outcomes for children.
* Ensure that statutory responsibilities are carried out in line with relevant legislation and best practice.
* Contribute to case discussions, planning meetings, and child protection conferences.
✅ What We’re Looking For:
* Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England.
* Proven experience in statutory children’s social care, including safeguarding and care planning.
* Strong assessment, recording, and communication skills.
* Ability to build relationships with children, families, and professionals.
* Commitment to high-quality, child-centred social work practice.
💡 What You’ll Gain:
* đź’· Competitive pay of ÂŁ197-ÂŁ205 per day
* 🏛️ On-site work at the centrally located County Hall, Morpeth
* 🤝 Supportive and collaborative team culture
* 🌱 Opportunity to work within a local authority focused on innovation, safeguarding, and positive outcomes
📨 Apply Now
Join Northumberland County Council’s Central FACT Team and play a key role in helping children thrive. If you’re a skilled, compassionate professional looking for your next challenge—we’d love to hear from you.