Childrens Social Worker

Northumberland County Council; Ulgham; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Essential Car User allowance

Flexible working

26 days annual leave (increases with 5

Flexi leave up to 18 days/year

Blue Light Card scheme

Staff networks and wellbeing support

Car lease scheme after probation

Free parking and EV charging

Job summary

Northumberland County Council is seeking a Children’s Social Worker to join the Statutory Social Work Service across Northumberland. You will work with children and families using the Signs of Safety model, managing a mixed caseload in the community and contributing to safeguarding outcomes.

The post offers a Band 8 salary (£41,117–£45,529) with flexible working options and a generous leave package. The council emphasizes support for staff, on-site facilities, and a range of staff networks and

Responsibilities

• Carry a mixed caseload of children in various circumstances (CP/PLO court proceedings/Cared For).
• Provide direct social work intervention to children, young people and their families in the community.

Job description

Childrens Social Worker
Permament | Full time | Band 8 salary £41,117 - 45,529

Have you visited the vast countryside and towns of Northumberland? Why not take a look and see what it would look like working in such a beautiful County.

Do you want to join Northumberland County Council as a Social Worker? There are posts currently available, providing Statutory Social Work Service around the areas of Northumberland, offering a variety of experiences and opportunities to the role.

Using the Signs of Safety model, Northumberland is a family and child focused Authority, with strong and effective management and leadership (Ofsted reported!). Known for being supportive of staff and with a strong ethos for flexibility, working in Northumberland Children's Services is like having a second family (so say our staff).

You will carry a mixed caseload of children in a variety of circumstances (CP/PLO court proceedings/Cared For) and provide direct social work intervention to (children, young people and their families) in the community. We are looking for social workers with a passion for safeguarding children

• Essential Car User allowance
• A competitive salary of up to £44,075 (dependent on experience)
• A commitment to flexible working and flexibility around family and caring commitments
• A generous annual leave package of 26 days increasing to 31 after 5 years' service
• Flexi system available to take up to 18 additional days leave per year
• Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme
• Access to a wide range or staffing networks and advanced emotional wellbeing support
• Access to car lease scheme following the probation period
• Free parking at council offices and on-site charging facilities for electric vehicles.

Further information

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