Social Worker - Children in Care - Court Team

Northampton Business Directory; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Northamptonshire Children’s Trust as a Children’s Social Worker. This full-time role emphasizes safeguarding and impactful social work within the Court & Children in Care Team. Enjoy competitive benefits including a welcome bonus, relocation support, and a strong culture of support and development!

Benefits

£6,000 Welcome Bonus

Up to £8,000 Relocation Support

SWE Registration Paid Annually

28 Days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + 5 Extra Days after 5 Years

Local Government Pension

24/7 Employee Assistance & Counselling Programme

Enhanced Maternity + Family-Friendly Working

Ongoing Learning & Development with clear career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in managing cases of children in care.
• Ability to prepare evidence-based assessments for court.
• Skilled in developing long-term plans focused on children's best interests.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases of children in care, including those in legal proceedings.
• Prepare and present clear assessments for court.
• Collaborate with multi-agency partners to support children.

Skills

Safeguarding

Assessment

Multi-agency collaboration

Education

Social Work Degree

Job description

️ Children’s Social Worker – Court & Children in Care Team

Northamptonshire | Full Time | ️ Apply Now

Make life-changing decisions at a critical time in a child’s journey. Join a team where your voice matters and your skills are truly valued.

"I love working in the court team because it puts real emphasis on robust social work analysis and meaningful assessment. The support from management is second to none – it’s the best I’ve experienced. And knowing I’m making a difference at such a pivotal time in a child’s life is deeply rewarding."

– Children’s Social Worker, Court Team

At Northamptonshire Children’s Trust (NCT), we’re on a mission to secure the best possible futures for our children. We’re now looking for a passionate, skilled and experienced Social Worker to join our Court & Children in Care Team, where you’ll be supported, trusted, and encouraged to do real, impactful social work.

This is a fast-paced, high-impact role focused on safeguarding children during legal proceedings and ensuring long-term care plans reflect each child’s best interests.

What You’ll Be Doing:

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  Managing cases of children in care, including those subject to legal proceedings

  
  


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  Preparing and presenting clear, evidence-based assessments for court

  
  


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  Developing long-term, relationship-based plans for children in care

  
  


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  Working closely with multi-agency partners, carers and families

  
  


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  Acting in the best interests of the child, even when it means innovating or thinking differently

  
  


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  Collaborating with the Leaving Care Service to ensure smooth transitions

  
  

Benefits You’ll Enjoy:

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  £6,000 Welcome Bonus

  
  


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  Up to £8,000 Relocation Support

  
  


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  SWE Registration Paid Annually

  
  


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  28 Days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + 5 Extra Days after 5 Years

  
  


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  ️ Local Government Pension (with life and ill-health cover)

  
  


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  ️ 24/7 Employee Assistance & Counselling Programme (Health Assured)

  
  


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  ️ Purchase up to 25 Additional Leave Days

  
  


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  ️ Discounts: Retail, health, beauty, leisure & more

  
  


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  Subsidised Town Centre Parking

  
  


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  Enhanced Maternity + Family-Friendly Working

  
  


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  Ongoing Learning & Development with clear career progression

  
  


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  Supportive, inclusive leadership and a strong culture of peer support

  
  

Why Choose Northamptonshire Children’s Trust?

At NCT, children, young people, and families are our focus – in every decision and every service. We’re committed to building a strong, supported, and confident workforce that can deliver lasting change.

You’ll be part of an organisation where achievements are recognised, creativity is encouraged, and diversity is embraced. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates – including care leavers, who are guaranteed an interview if they meet the essential criteria.

Apply now through CV-Library or contact Social Personnel to start a confidential conversation.