Location : Kettering Salary : £39,000 - £42,000 per annum Are you an experienced and passionate Social Worker looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and families?
Join our client as a Children's Social Worker in their Children in Care Team, where you'll work in a dynamic and supportive environment committed to delivering positive outcomes for children and young people.
Key Responsibilities Build meaningful, strength-based relationships with young people, their families, and carers.
Conduct clear, accurate assessments, including preparing and presenting cases in court when necessary.
Coordinate multi-agency approaches to ensure effective care planning and support for children in care.
Collaborate closely with the Leaving Care Service and external partners to achieve long-term plans for children in care.
Manage fast-paced caseloads with a focus on delivering excellent outcomes in a timely manner.
Essential Criteria - Are You the Right Fit?
Qualified Social Worker : You must be a registered social worker with SWE (Social Work England) and have successfully completed your ASYE (Assessed and Supported Year in Employment).
Court Experience : Confident and capable of representing cases in court, including attending hearings independently when required.
Proven Experience : Minimum 1 years of experience working with children in care, child protection, or legal proceedings.
Strong Communication Skills : Ability to build positive relationships with children, young people, and their families while providing strength-based support.
Decision Making & Analysis : Confident in making informed decisions and conducting thorough assessments to support effective care planning.
Note : Applicants without these qualifications or experience will not be considered.
Benefits Generous benefits package, including: up to £8,000 relocation support .
SWE registration fees paid yearly.
28 days' annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, with an additional 5 days after 5 years of service.
Local Government Pension Scheme .
Opportunities for career progression and comprehensive professional development .
Flexible and family-friendly working arrangements, including enhanced maternity benefits.
Free laptop, phone, and remote IT support for home working.
Employee Assistance Programme, discounts, car lease, and cycle to work schemes.
About the Client Our client is focused on delivering high-quality children's services for North and West Northants County Councils.
They operate independently to foster innovation and create a supportive environment for our teams to thrive.
Note : Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates meeting the essential criteria will be contacted.
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