Children's Social Worker

Job Introduction

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Join an "Outstanding" (Ofsted 2024) Authority and help our dedicated Assessment Team shape better outcomes for children and families.

We currently have a full-time post available on a fixed term basis within the Assessment Team, which is part of our established Front Door Service. Your primary base will be County Hall, Morpeth, with opportunities for hybrid working and flexible working across different sites in Northumberland.

Using the Signs of Safety model, Northumberland is a child- and family-focused authority with strong and effective management and leadership (as reported by Ofsted). Known for being supportive of staff and having a strong ethos of flexibility, working in Northumberland Children's Services is like having a second family (so say our staff).

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Social Worker to join our well-established Assessment Team, where you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality services to children and families at the point of referral and beyond. This will involve working in partnership with families and professionals to deliver child-centred, strengths-based support.

Key responsibilities include:

• Completing Child and Family Assessments
• Undertaking Section 47 Child Protection Enquiries
• Supporting Cared for Children up to their initial review
• Participating in the Duty Team rota linked to our effective Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)

For further details about the role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

For an informal discussion, please contact:

Kath Burns, Senior Manager, First Contact Team – Specialist Services

Email:

What will Northumberland offer you?

• Signs of Safety training
• Essential Car User allowance
• A competitive salary of up to £44,075 (dependent on experience)
• A commitment to flexible working and support for family and caring responsibilities
• A generous Local Government Pension Scheme
• 26 days' annual leave, increasing to 31 days after 5 years' service
• Access to a flexi system, allowing up to 18 additional days leave per year
• Blue Light Card Scheme discounts
• A wide range of staff networks and emotional wellbeing support
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Access to a car lease scheme (post-probation)
• Free parking at council offices and on-site charging for electric vehicles

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Further information

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

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