Social Worker - Children In Care

Children in Care Court Social Worker | Northampton Children’s Trust

Position: Social Worker – Children in Care (Court)
Team: Children in Care
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 37 Per Week
Salary: £40,369 – £43,686 per annum (+£6,000 Welcome Bonus)
Location: Northampton, One Angel Square
Start Date: ASAP
Working Pattern: Flexible / Hybrid

Contact: Emily Cooper – 07745200325 | ecooper@sheldon-phillips.com
 

Sheldon Phillips are working with Northampton Children’s Trust who are seeking a Court Social Worker to join their Children in Care service. The team provides oversight for all children in care in Northamptonshire, including those subject to legal proceedings and those with a long-term care plan. This is a busy but highly rewarding role where you will be empowered to make good professional decisions, with a permanent, supportive, and inclusive management team.
 

What You Can Expect:

• SWE registration paid annually (for social care colleagues)

• Recruitment welcome bonus of £6,000

• Relocation costs up to £8,000

• Retention bonus payments for established personnel

• 28 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays, plus 5 extra days after 5 years

• Local Government Pension Scheme with immediate life cover and ill-health protection

• Option to purchase up to 25 days additional leave

• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support for you and your family

• Discounts with local and national retailers, leisure, travel, and more

• Flexible and family-friendly working arrangements, including enhanced maternity benefits

• Extensive learning and career development opportunities

• Subsidised town centre parking scheme
   

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Hold a caseload of children in care, including those in court proceedings

• Conduct clear, accurate assessments and prepare robust court statements and care plans

• Attend and represent the Trust at court – confident to attend independently when required

• Build and maintain strong, meaningful relationships with children, families, and carers

• Coordinate multi-agency work to achieve positive outcomes

• Plan effectively for the future of each child, ensuring their voice is central to decision-making

• Maintain high-quality case recording in line with statutory requirements
   

Requirements:

• SWE Registration

• Social Work qualification

• Proven post-qualified experience, including significant court work

• Skilled in safeguarding, care planning, and multi-agency collaboration

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work at pace while maintaining high standards

• Flexible, resilient, and child-focused approach
   

If you are an experienced Court Social Worker looking for a permanent role with exceptional benefits, strong support, and the opportunity to make a lasting difference for children in care – Northampton Children’s Trust would love to hear from you.
 

Contact Details: Emily Cooper – 07745200325 | ecooper@sheldon-phillips.com