Social Worker - Separated Children's Service

Northamptonshire Children’s Trust Limited; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and families. As a Social Worker in the Separated Children's Service, you will play a crucial role in providing support and guidance to vulnerable children. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a generous annual leave allowance, relocation costs, and opportunities for career development. You will work within a supportive and inclusive team, where your contributions will be valued and celebrated. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills to empower families, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

SWE Registration paid yearly

Welcome Bonus

Relocation costs up to £8,000

28 days annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discounts

Flexible working arrangements

Career development opportunities

Subsidised town centre car parking

Qualifications

• Experience in social work with children and families.
• Strong understanding of child protection legislation.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to separated children and their families.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies and procedures.

Skills

Social Work

Communication Skills

Child Protection

Empathy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

SWE Registration

Job description

Social Worker - Separated Children's Service

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Barred List check

We are committed to continuous improvement, building a skilled, knowledgeable, and flexible workforce alongside promoting innovation and creativity whilst keeping children, young people and families at the heart of all we do.

We really value our workforce and offer you a great benefits package including:

• SWE Registrationpaid yearly (social care colleagues)
• RecruitmentWelcome Bonus of £
• Relocationcosts of up to £8,000
• 28days annual leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time) and an additional 5 days,after 5 years
• Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.
• Opportunity to purchase up to 25 days annual leave
• Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.
• Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.
• Flexible and family working arrangements including enhanced maternity benefits
• A permanent, supportive and inclusive management team where you will be empowered to make good professional decisions
• Extensive Learning & Development andcareer development opportunities
• Subsidised town centre car parking scheme

About us

At Northamptonshire Children’s Trust, children, young people and families are at the heart of all we do – in every decision we make and every action we take. Our mission is driven by the unwavering commitment to achieving the best outcomes for them. The Trust is wholly owned and funded but operationally independent from the Councils.

Our workforce are our most valuable asset and are pivotal to making the services and support we offer to children, young people and families who need us to be the absolute best we can be.

We value our colleagues and empower them to be able to do the best job of their lives every single day, working in a culture of support and kindness where achievements are celebrated and creativity is very much welcomed.

At NCT equality, diversity and inclusion are part of us and in everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and thrive in our organisation. We are a disability confident employer and have a commitment to care leavers who we guarantee an interview if they meet the essential criteria.

Join our dedicated team and be a part of an organisation where your work makes a real difference.

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Social Worker - Separated Children's Service