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Childrens Social Worker

Northumberland County Council

UK

Salary

£39,862 to £44,075

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Full time

Closing date

20 September 2026

20 days left

Job description

Job IntroductionChildrens Social WorkerPermament | Full time | Band 8 salary £39,862 - £44,075Have 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.

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 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 Pension scheme 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 Hybrid working Access to car lease scheme following the probation period Free parking at council offices and on-site charging facilities for electric vehicles.For further information on this role and for an informal conversation, please contact Paula Brewis, Admin Manager on Paula.Brewis@northumberland.gov.uk, who will set up a call with the relevant hiring manager.Stay connected with us on social media to keep up to date with Northumberland County Council’s latest job opportunities.Facebook: NCC Jobs GroupLinkedIn: Northumberland County Council JobsFurther information For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please see the attached guidance notes here.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post. Alternative application format: British Sign Language: northumberlandcc-cs.signvideo.net For those with speech difficulties or hearing loss: Text relay service dial 018001 01670 623930 Although we advertise on North East Jobs, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications.

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Provenance

Source

LG Jobs

First seen

21 August 2026

Last checked

31 August 2026

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About the employer

NCC
Northumberland County Council

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