Northamptonshire Children's Trust

Social Worker – Children in Care Team

Pay Rate: £36 per hour
Hours: 37 per week
Contract: Locum

About the Role

Northamptonshire Children's Trust is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Children in Care Team.
You will work with looked after children and young people, ensuring they receive high-quality care, stability, and support to achieve positive long-term outcomes.

This role involves working closely with foster carers, residential providers, and multi-agency partners to deliver effective care planning and secure permanence for children.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of children in care.
Complete statutory visits, assessments, and reviews.
Develop and progress care and permanence plans.
Work closely with foster carers, residential homes, and partner agencies.
Prepare high-quality reports for reviews and court proceedings where required.
Undertake direct work with children and young people.
Support transitions to independence and adulthood.

Practice Model Used by Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire Children’s Trust operates a Strengths-Based Practice Model, underpinned by Signs of Safety.
This approach focuses on:

Building strong, trusting relationships with children and families
Collaborative and transparent working
Clear and structured risk assessment
Effective safety planning
Reflective supervision and continuous professional development
The model supports consistent, child-centred practice and positive outcomes.

Why Northamptonshire Is a Great Place to Live and Work

Northamptonshire offers a great combination of affordability, connectivity, and lifestyle:

Affordable housing compared to nearby regions.
Excellent transport links to London, Birmingham, and across the Midlands.
Beautiful countryside and green spaces including Sywell Country Park.
Friendly towns such as Northampton and Kettering.
A developing and forward-thinking organisation focused on improving outcomes and supporting staff.
It’s a great place to build your career while enjoying a strong work-life balance.