Social Worker - Children in Care Court

Social Worker – Children in Care (Court Team)
📍 Kettering, Northamptonshire
💰 £40,369 – £43,686 per annum £6,000 Welcome Bonus up to £8,000 Relocation Package

Looking for a role where you can focus on high-quality court work and make a real difference to children’s lives?

Join our Children in Care Court Team and be part of a service that values strong assessment, professional autonomy, and meaningful relationships with children and families.

What you’ll do

• Manage a caseload of children in care, including those in legal proceedings
• Complete clear, analytical assessments to support decision-making
• Prepare reports and represent the Local Authority in court
• Attend court independently where required
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and carers
• Work closely with multi-agency partners to deliver the best outcomes

What we’re looking for

• Qualified Social Worker (registered with Social Work England)
• ASYE completed
• Experience of court work and confident working independently
• Strong analysis and decision-making skills
• Passion for improving outcomes for children and young people

What you’ll get

• £6,000 recruitment bonus
• Up to £8,000 relocation support
• Ongoing retention payments
• 28 days annual leave bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Option to buy additional leave
• Local Government Pension Scheme (with life cover)
• Flexible working and enhanced family leave
• Extensive training and career progression
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail, travel and lifestyle discounts

Apply today
If you’re passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and families, we’d love to hear from you.
📧 Send your CV to Nik.froud@servicecare.org.uk
📞 Call 01772 208964 for more information
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