Full job descriptionChildrens Social WorkerJob InformationChildrens Social Worker

Permament | Full time | Band 8 salary £39,862 - £44,075
Have 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 , who will set up a call with the relevant hiring manager.
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Childrens Social Worker*Salary £39,862 - £44,075
*Frequency Annual
*Job Reference ncc/TP/70/3272/SA
*Contract Type Permanent
*Closing Date 3 September, 2026
*Job Category Social Care - Children Service
*Directorate Children, Young People and Education
*Location Northumberland, United Kingdom
*Posted on 20 August, 2026