Social Worker - Care and Support

Northumberland County Council; Morpeth; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Public holidays

Local government pension scheme

Free parking

Equipment provided: laptop and mobile

Job summary

Northumberland County Council, County Hall, Morpeth, is seeking experienced Social Workers for the Adults, Ageing & Wellbeing Directorate. This permanent, full-time role focuses on assessment and support for adults 18+. You will work autonomously with supervision and collaborate with partners to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Ideal candidates have post-qualification experience or ASYE completion, UK driving licence, and a commitment to continuous development within a forward-thinking council.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work and registered with Social Work England.
• Successfully completed the UK Skills for Care ASYE programme.
• Must hold a valid UK driving licence and be able to use a car for work purposes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and manage your own caseload with regular supervision.
• Work with Advanced Social Work Practitioners and your Team Manager to receive guidance.
• Understand and apply the Care Act and the Local Authority’s statutory duties.

Skills

Enthusiastic Social Worker

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

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Northumberland County Council, County Hall, Morpeth

Closing Date:

17/09/2026

Job Category:

Social Work - Adult Service

Region / Division:

UK Region

Directorate:

Adults, Ageing and Wellbeing

Job Introduction

Make a real difference in one of England's most beautiful counties and help shape brighter futures for those who need it most in Northumberland. At Northumberland County Council, we’re committed to delivering a high-quality service to vulnerable adults and their loved ones across the County - and we’re looking for professionals who share our vision.

This is an exciting opportunity for experienced Social Workers with post qualification experience, or social workers who have successfully completed the ASYE Programme to join Northumberland County Council Adults, Ageing & Wellbeing Directorate.

This is your chance to join a forward-thinking organisation that values collaboration and is committed to delivering high-quality support and better outcomes for the people we work with.

We have opportunities available in the following teams and locations:

• Central Care and Support, County Hall Morpeth
• Permanent, full time 37 hours per week

About the role

At Northumberland County Council, we take pride in our dedicated employees who are passionate about improving the lives of adults in our communities, ensuring they feel safe, healthy, happy, and independent.

Care and Support provide a holistic and integrated service for adults aged 18 and over. We support individuals with both physical and mental health needs, working closely with a wide range of partner agencies; including drug and alcohol services, mental health practitioners, health professionals, housing services, the police, and children’s social care, to ensure coordinated and effective support.

What we are looking for:

• Enthusiastic, qualified Social Workers with a commitment to continuous development

In this role, you will conduct comprehensive assessments and enjoy a healthy balance of autonomy and support. You’ll manage your own caseload while receiving regular supervision and consistent guidance from Advanced Social Work Practitioners and your Team Manager. A clear understanding of the Care Act and the Local Authority’s statutory duties is essential.

If you bring these skills and values, we invite you to join a progressive and innovative organisation that truly values its employees.

Additional benefits of working for Northumberland include the support of our dedicated Adult Social Care training team, who provide a wide range of career development opportunities to help you grow and progress in your role. From specialist workshops to structured pathways, we are committed to investing in your professional development including the option to undertake specialist accredited training such as the Approved Mental Health Professional and Practice Educators qualifications.

For this position you must have the following:

• Degree in Social Work & registered with Social Work England
• Successfully completed the UK Skills for Care ASYE programme
• It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid UK driving licence and is either a car owner or can use a car for work purposes.

For further information on this position, please contact Nicola Brennan, Senior Manager on 07973761998.

Why choose us?

Northumberland is world-renowned as a visitor destination and an ideal location to strike a perfect work/life balance. There is no better way of enjoying the picturesque scenery and stunning coastline than on an everyday basis!

We have some outstanding benefits to offer you, including:

• 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of local authority continuous service (pro rata for part-time employees),
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexi scheme – up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Free parking in majority of NCC base sites
• Free electrical car charging at County Hall
• Equipment provided including mobile phone and laptop
• Local government discount schemes available to all employees with offers at local businesses along with various national brands
• Commitment to work/life balance offering flexibility through various schemes including job sharing and flexible working arrangements.
• A range of salary sacrifice schemes are available
• Staff networks - run by staff, for staff, providing opportunities for peer networking, mutual support, staff development e.g. Armed Forces, ASD, Enable (disability), LGBT+, Menopause, Mental Wellbeing and Racial Equality.

Further information

For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please see the attached guidance notes here .

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post.

Although we advertise on North East Jobs, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications.