Children's Social Worker – Flexible, Impactful Safeguarding

Northumberland County Council; Hexham, Morpeth, Blyth; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Essential Car User allowance

Free parking

Car lease after probation

Flexible working

Blue Light Card

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Northumberland County Council is seeking a Children’s Social Worker to join the team in Hexham. This permanent, full-time role sits within the statutory social work service and involves safeguarding children with a mixed caseload in the community.

You will be supported by strong management, use the Signs of Safety model, and contribute to a flexible working environment. A driving licence and ASYE completion are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England.
• Completed UK Skills for Care ASYE programme.
• Valid UK driving licence and able to use a car for work purposes.

Responsibilities

• Carry a mixed caseload of children in CP/PLO/Cared For cases and provide direct social work intervention in the community.
• Work using the Signs of Safety model with family- and child-focused approaches.

Skills

Driving licence (UK)

Education

Degree in Social Work

Social Work England registration

UK Skills for Care ASYE programme

Job description

Northumberland County Council is seeking a Children’s Social Worker to join the team in Hexham. This permanent, full-time role sits within the statutory social work service and involves safeguarding children with a mixed caseload in the community.

You will be supported by strong management, use the Signs of Safety model, and contribute to a flexible working environment. A driving licence and ASYE completion are essential.