Childrens Social WorkerPermament | Full time | Band 8 salary £41,117 - 45,529
Have you visited the vast countryside and towns of Northumberland? Why not take a look and see what it would look like working in such a beautiful County.Do you want to join Northumberland County Council as a Social Worker? There are posts currently available, providing Statutory Social Work Service around the areas of Northumberland, offering a variety of experiences and opportunities to the role.
Main duties of the job
What you'll be doing: Using the Signs of Safety model, Northumberland is a family and child focused Authority, with strong and effective management and leadership (Ofsted reported!). Known for being supportive of staff and with a strong ethos for flexibility, working in Northumberland Children's Services is like having a second family (so say our staff). You will carry a mixed caseload of children in a variety of circumstances (CP/PLO court proceedings/Cared For) and provide direct social work intervention to (children, young people and their families) in the community. We are looking for social workers with a passion for safeguarding children.
What you'll bring:
- Degree in Social Work & registered with Social Work England
- Successfully completed the UK Skills for Care ASYE programme
- It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid UK driving licence and is either a car owner or can use a car for work purposes.
About us
What will Northumberland offer you?
- Essential Car User allowance
- A competitive salary of up to £44,075 (dependent on experience)
- A commitment to flexible working and flexibility around family and caring commitments
- A generous annual leave package of 26 days increasing to 31 after 5 years' service
- Flexi system available to take up to 18 additional days leave per year
- Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme
- Access to a wide range or staffing networks and advanced emotional wellbeing support
- Access to car lease scheme following the probation period
- Free parking at council offices and on-site charging facilities for electric vehicles.
Job responsibilities
For further information on this vacancy, please see attached job description and person specification.
Qualifications
- Degree in Social Work & registered with Social Work England
- Successfully completed the UK Skills for Care ASYE programme
- It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid UK driving licence and is either a car owner or can use a car for work purposes.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
£41,177 to £45,529 a yearDependant on experience, annual increase
Contract
Permanent
Reference number
F0022-26-0032
Job locations
Hexham
Northumberland
NE46 1HN
United Kingdom
Northumberland County Council
Alnwick Community Fire Station, Blackthorn Close
Childrens Social Worker in Blyth employer: Northumberland County Council
Northumberland County Council is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities. With a strong commitment to employee growth, the council offers generous benefits such as 26 days of annual leave, automatic enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme, and opportunities for professional development. Working at County Hall in Morpeth, you will be part of a collaborative culture that values innovation and community impact, making it a rewarding place to advance your career while making a meaningful difference.
Contact Details:
Northumberland County Council Recruitment Team
