Social Worker - Child Safeguarding Team in Daventry, Northamptonshire

Daventry

contract, full-time

£38 per hour

UK working eligibility only.

Working in Daventry, Northamptonshire

Daventry, West Northamptonshire, lies on the logistics corridor of the M1 with strong warehousing, manufacturing, and retail employment. Roles include HGV and warehouse, trades, customer service, facilities, hospitality, education, and admin support.

About Social Care

Social care provides essential support to vulnerable people across the UK, including the elderly, those with disabilities, and families in need. Roles range from care assistants and social workers to support workers and managers. Employers include local councils, charities, and private care providers. The sector offers meaningful, people-focused work with growing demand due to an ageing population. Training, apprenticeships, and professional development opportunities are widely available, making social care a stable and rewarding career path.

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Job Title: Social Worker – Child Safeguarding Team
Location: Daventry, Northamptonshire
Pay Rate: £38.00 per hour
Contract Type: Locum
Hours: Full time or part time
Contract Length: Ongoing

Overview

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Social Worker to join the Child Safeguarding Team in Daventry, Northamptonshire. This ongoing locum role offers a competitive hourly rate and the chance to undertake meaningful statutory work that protects children and supports families through complex safeguarding concerns.

The role focuses on delivering high-quality, child-centred social work practice, contributing to positive and sustainable outcomes for children at risk of harm.

Key Benefits

Flexible working options with full-time or part-time availability
Competitive hourly rate of £38.00
Access to regular supervision and reflective practice
Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Exposure to a varied and complex safeguarding caseload

Key Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of children subject to Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), and Public Law Outline (PLO) processes
Undertake Section 47 enquiries and statutory assessments under the Children Act 1989
Identify risks, assess safety, and develop effective safeguarding plans
Create, review, and update child-focused care and protection plans in partnership with families and professionals
Prepare high-quality reports, assessments, and statements for court proceedings
Attend court hearings and provide evidence where required
Work collaboratively with partner agencies including police, health, education, early help, and voluntary organisations
Maintain accurate, timely, and analytical case records using the council’s electronic case management system

Essential Criteria

Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work
Current registration with Social Work England
Enhanced DBS clearance
Recent experience in statutory children’s social work
Proven experience managing Child in Need, Child Protection, and court cases
Strong assessment, report-writing, and analytical skills

Why Work in Daventry

Located in the heart of Northamptonshire, Daventry offers a blend of rural charm and excellent transport links. The area provides a supportive professional network alongside access to countryside living, making it an attractive location for both work and lifestyle balance.

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