Social Worker Permanence Team Shire Of Northampton, Shire of Northampton

Job Title: Social Worker

Team: Permanence Team

Salary: £40,369
- £43,686 + up to £6,000 welcome bonus (dependent on experience)

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Are you an experienced and passionate social worker ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of children in care?

Liquid Personnel are currently recruiting for a Social Worker to join a Permanence Team based in Northampton. Skilled Social Workers in this team place children at the centre of everything they do, building strong and purposeful relationships with children and young people, their families and carers to plan effectively for each child’s future. You will bring proven experience of working with looked‑after children, gained through roles such as a LAC or court team, attending court within a safeguarding service, or other areas of children’s social care.

About You

Social Work England registered

2 years post-qualified, with a completed ASYE

Experienced in safeguarding and working with children in care

Experience with Court Proceedings

Previous experience of Adoption and Child Permanence Report (CPR) writing

A confident communicator and team collaborator

Passionate about supporting children, families, and achieving positive change

Committed to best practice and continuous development

You’ll be part of a supportive, friendly team where your growth is genuinely encouraged. With a range of benefits which include:

SWE Registration paid yearly (social care colleagues)

Recruitment Welcome Bonus of up to £6,000

Relocation costs of up to £8,000

Retention bonus payments for established personnel

28 days 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 (3x annual salary) and ill-health protection

Opportunity to purchase up to 25 days annual leave

Employee discounts with local and national retailers

Versatile and family working arrangements

Enhanced maternity benefits

A permanent, supportive and inclusive management team where you will be empowered to make good qualified decisions

Extensive Learning & Development and career development opportunities

Subsidised town centre car parking scheme

Ready to make a difference from day one? Apply now and be a key part of a dedicated team working together to keep children protected and supported.

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