Social Worker - Support and Safeguarding

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to safeguarding children and supporting families. As a Children's Safeguarding Social Worker, you will play a vital role in protecting the welfare of children and young people, working collaboratively with various professionals to achieve positive outcomes. This position offers a supportive work environment, emphasizing relationship-based practice, and is ideal for those who are passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and families. With a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development, this role is perfect for dedicated social workers looking to thrive in their careers.

Benefits

SWE Registration paid yearly

£6,000 Recruitment Welcome Bonus

Up to £8,000 Relocation costs

28 days annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts with retailers

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive management

Subsidised town centre parking

Qualifications

• Experienced social worker with a commitment to best practices.
• Ability to build strong relationships with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Assess and implement interventions to safeguard children.
• Collaborate with professionals to ensure best outcomes.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Analytical Skills

Decision-making

Education

Qualified Social Worker

ASYE Completed

Job description

Social Worker - Support and Safeguarding

“I like working in safeguarding because it is the team that best enables relationship-based practice. I am very keen to develop a connection with the children and families I support, and I put a lot of effort into this. When we reach the end of our journey together and children are safely cared for by their parents or carers, it is very evident why my effort was worthwhile.”

Alora, Social Worker – Support and Safeguarding Team

Our support and safeguarding teams are nurturing and supportive with their own unique identities. They cover a large diverse county with several offices across Northamptonshire including Northampton, Daventry, Corby, Kettering, and Wellingborough.

These teams support children and young people who are subject to a Child Protection Plan, Child in Need plan, and, if appropriate, court proceedings. This social work often takes place over several months and involves regular visits with families.

Focused on positive outcomes, they work in challenging yet supportive and collaborative ways.

Working alongside other professionals, the team helps put together plans to reduce risks and unmet needs to help children and young people remain with their families when it is safe to do so.

About the team

Our friendly, supportive Safeguarding teams work creatively and solution-focused to keep children, young people, and families together when it is safe. The team is highly supportive and employs a relational practice approach. Colleagues describe them as their ‘work family’. Managers are approachable and supportive.

The locations for these positions are: Corby, One Angel Square, Northamptonshire, Kettering, and Wellingborough.

What will you be doing?

As a Children's Safeguarding Social Worker, you will play a critical role in protecting and promoting the welfare of children and young people. You will assess, plan, and implement interventions to safeguard children and support families in crisis. Your work will involve collaboration with various professionals and agencies to ensure the best outcomes for the children in your care.

You will deliver social work services appropriate for a qualified professional, ensuring the welfare and protection of children and young people in accordance with Northamptonshire Children's Trust legal and statutory obligations.

About you

Can you build strong, strength-based relationships with children, young people, and families to make a positive difference?

You will be an experienced, qualified, and registered social worker who has completed your ASYE and is committed to delivering best practice and support to children, young people, and families.

As an effective communicator, you will build positive relationships with a diverse range of children, young people, and families.

You will be confident in your analysis and decision-making to deliver purposeful and effective social care, supported by experienced colleagues and managers.

Get in touch

We welcome interested candidates to contact us. Please email Stacey Poe, Service Manager at [e-mail] to arrange a call.

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

We are committed to continuous improvement, building a skilled, knowledgeable, and flexible workforce, promoting innovation and creativity, with children, young people, and families at the center of our work.

Our benefits include:

• SWE Registration paid yearly (social care colleagues)
• £6,000 Recruitment Welcome Bonus
• Up to £8,000 Relocation costs
• 28 days annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays, plus 5 days after 5 years
• Local Government Pension Scheme with life cover (3x salary) and ill-health protection
• Option to purchase up to 25 days annual leave
• Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7 for support
• Discounts with retailers and service providers
• Flexible and family-friendly working arrangements, including enhanced maternity benefits
• Supportive management and extensive learning and career development opportunities
• Subsidised town centre parking

About us

At Northamptonshire Children’s Trust, children, young people, and families are at the heart of everything. Our mission is to achieve the best outcomes for them. We are wholly owned and funded but operate independently from the Councils.

Our workforce is our greatest asset. We foster a culture of support, kindness, and creativity, valuing diversity and inclusion. We are a disability confident employer and guarantee interviews for care leavers who meet essential criteria.

Join us and make a real difference in the lives of children and families.

Job details

• Salary Frequency: Annual
• Job Reference: Ref/103664/6486
• Contract Type: Full Time
• Closing Date: 21 May 2025
• Job Category: Social Worker - Children
• Location: Corby, One Angel Square, Northamptonshire, Kettering, and Wellingborough, UK