Social Worker - Randstad Care : Job Details

Job Title: Social Worker - Safeguarding Team

Employer: Northamptonshire County Council

Rate of Pay: £38 per hour

Are you a dedicated and experienced Social Worker with a passion for frontline safeguarding? Northamptonshire County Council is seeking an enthusiastic Social Worker to join our committed Safeguarding Team!

At Northamptonshire County Council, we are dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of every child in our care. Our Safeguarding Teams are at the heart of this commitment, working directly with families to implement and review Child Protection Plans, reduce risk, and achieve positive, sustainable outcomes for children.

As a Social Worker in the Safeguarding Team, you will manage a varied caseload of children and families where a Child Protection Plan is in place. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing a caseload of children subject to Child Protection Plans, undertaking statutory visits and assessments.

• Implementing and reviewing Child Protection Plans in partnership with children, their families, and a range of multi-agency professionals.

• Convening and chairing Core Group meetings and attending Child Protection Conferences to contribute to a collaborative, multi-agency approach to safeguarding.

• Completing robust risk assessments and safety plans, continuously monitoring and responding to risk factors to ensure a child's safety.

• Working proactively and collaboratively with partners from Health, Education, Police, and other services to provide an integrated response to family needs.

• Preparing high-quality, analytical, and evidence-based reports for statutory meetings and, where necessary, for pre-proceedings and court.

• Maintaining accurate, analytical, and timely electronic records in line with statutory requirements and council policies.

• Building good working relationships with children and families to support positive change and improve outcomes.

We are looking for a highly motivated and resilient Social Worker with:

• A recognised Social Work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW).

• Current registration with Social Work England.

• Demonstrable experience working in a frontline, safeguarding, or child protection team within children's social care.

• A strong and confident understanding of relevant legislation, including the Children Act 1989 and Working Together to Safeguard Children.

• Exceptional assessment, risk analysis, decision-making, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in challenging circumstances.

• The ability to manage a demanding caseload efficiently and prioritise tasks under pressure.

• A profound commitment to child-centred practice and promoting the welfare of children.

• A full UK driving licence and access to a car for business use (or ability to travel efficiently across the county).

Northamptonshire County Council is dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for our children and families. We foster a supportive culture where our social workers are valued, invested in, and empowered to deliver high-quality, effective interventions. Join us in making a crucial difference to children's lives.

If you are a resilient and skilled Social Worker ready for your next challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply!

For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Fahmida Ahmed on or .

To apply, please submit your comprehensive CV outlining your suitability for the role .

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.