Social Worker

Sanctuary Personnel; Northampton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their dedicated Children's service in Northampton. This permanent role offers the chance to work with children in care and separated children, providing essential support to families. With a commitment to best practices, the successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload while contributing to service improvements. Enjoy a range of benefits, including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Highly competitive salaries

Retention bonus

Social Work England registration costs covered

Flexible working practices

Up to 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Option to buy back up to 5 weeks of additional holiday

Subsidised local authority pension scheme

Additional 12 weeks of maternity leave at 50%

Up to £8,000 relocation allowance

Onsite academy with learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker with completed ASYE, committed to best practice.
• Significant frontline experience in Children’s Services.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex and diverse caseload to required standards.
• Support the Children's Trust improvement journey.

Skills

Social Work

Decision Making

Analytical Skills

Case Management

Education

Qualified Social Worker

ASYE Completion

Job description

Northampton, Northamptonshire, England
NN2

Sanctuary Personnel, a dedicated and award-winning recruitment agency with a TrustPilot score of 4.9/5 and nearly 300 reviews, has an exciting permanent opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join a well-established Children's service based in Northampton.

Team/Specialism: Children in Care, Separated Children

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time

Benefits:

• Highly competitive salaries
• Retention bonus
• Social Work England registration costs covered
• Flexible working practices, including home working, flexi-time, and job share
• Opportunity to contribute to service improvements
• Monthly high-quality supervision
• Up to 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to 32 days plus bank holidays)
• Option to buy back up to 5 weeks of additional holiday annually
• Subsidised local authority pension scheme
• Additional 12 weeks of maternity leave at 50%
• Up to £8,000 relocation allowance
• Signs of Safety training
• Onsite academy with learning and development opportunities
• Heavily subsidised city centre parking
• Regular engagement opportunities with the CEO

Requirements of the Social Worker:

• Qualified social worker with completed ASYE, committed to best practice and supporting children and families
• Current Social Work England registration
• Significant frontline experience in Children’s Services
• Ability to manage a complex and diverse caseload to required standards
• Confidence in analysis and decision-making to deliver effective social care
• Desire to develop social work expertise and support the Children's Trust improvement journey

Contact: This position is advertised by Harry Smy. If interested, please apply now.

We welcome applications from experienced social workers, including NQSWs, practitioners, assistant team managers, team managers, heads of service, or directors.

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Salary: £34,155 - £37,237 per year, permanent, Northampton, Northamptonshire, England