Location: Kettering
Salary: £39,000 - £42,000 per annum
Are you an experienced and passionate Social Worker looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and families? Join our client as a Children's Social Worker in their Children in Care Team, where you'll work in a dynamic and supportive environment committed to delivering positive outcomes for children and young people.
Key Responsibilities
* Build meaningful, strength-based relationships with young people, their families, and carers.
* Conduct clear, accurate assessments, including preparing and presenting cases in court when necessary.
* Coordinate multi-agency approaches to ensure effective care planning and support for children in care.
* Collaborate closely with the Leaving Care Service and external partners to achieve long-term plans for children in care.
* Manage fast-paced caseloads with a focus on delivering excellent outcomes in a timely manner.
Essential Criteria - Are You the Right Fit?
* Qualified Social Worker: You must be a registered social worker with SWE (Social Work England) and have successfully completed your ASYE (Assessed and Supported Year in Employment).
* Court Experience: Confident and capable of representing cases in court, including attending hearings independently when required.
* Proven Experience: Minimum 1 years of experience working with children in care, child protection, or legal proceedings.
* Strong Communication Skills: Ability to build positive relationships with children, young people, and their families while providing strength-based support.
* Decision Making & Analysis: Confident in making informed decisions and conducting thorough assessments to support effective care planning.
Note: Applicants without these qualifications or experience will not be considered.
Benefits
* Generous benefits package, including:
o up to £8,000 relocation support.
o SWE registration fees paid yearly.
o 28 days' annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, with an additional 5 days after 5 years of service.
o Local Government Pension Scheme.
o Opportunities for career progression and comprehensive professional development.
o Flexible and family-friendly working arrangements, including enhanced maternity benefits.
o Free laptop, phone, and remote IT support for home working.
o Employee Assistance Programme, discounts, car lease, and cycle to work schemes.
About the Client
Our client is focused on delivering high-quality children's services for North and West Northants County Councils. They operate independently to foster innovation and create a supportive environment for our teams to thrive.
Note: Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates meeting the essential criteria will be contacted.
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