At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage court proceedings and support children and families through the legal process.
- Company: Leading recruitment consultancy in Medical and Social Care.
- Benefits: Competitive £38 per hour, specialist team environment, and ongoing support.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable court experience.
- Qualifications: Qualified Social Worker with recent court work experience.
The predicted salary is between 38 - 38 $ per hour.
Location: Kettering / Northampton, Northamptonshire
Reference: SCS2065
Job Type: Temporary
Rate: £38 per hour
Service: Children in Care – Court Team
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
Supply Care Solutions is a market-leading Medical and Social Care recruitment consultancy, providing accredited services across the public sector and supporting professionals with short, long-term and permanent placements. We are currently recruiting for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join Northamptonshire Children's Trust, working within their specialist Children in Care – Court Team. This is a specialist role based across Kettering and Northampton, with the successful Social Worker responsible for managing a caseload involving court proceedings and supporting children and families throughout the court process.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a caseload of court proceedings
- Completing parenting assessments
- Completing risk assessments
- Completing viability assessments
- Preparing court statements and final evidence
- Preparing and reviewing care plans
- Managing court proceedings and attending court hearings
- Working collaboratively with children, families, legal professionals and other agencies
- Ensuring all assessments, reports and records are completed to a high professional standard
Requirements
- Qualified Social Worker
- Current Social Work England registration
- Substantial and recent experience of court work
- Proven experience managing Children in Care court proceedings
- Experience completing parenting, risk and viability assessments
- Experience preparing court statements, final evidence and care plans
- Confidence attending and participating in court hearings
Please note: This is not a generic Children in Care role. Applicants must have direct and recent experience of court work. Applications from candidates without relevant court experience will not be considered.
Required Documents
- Up-to-date CV
- Proof of Right to Work in the UK
- National Insurance Number
- DBS Certificate
- Social Work England Registration Number
Why Join Us?
- Competitive £38 per hour rate
- Opportunity to work within a specialist Children in Care Court Team
- Support from an experienced recruitment team
- Access to a range of short, long-term and permanent opportunities
- Professional and responsive candidate support throughout your placement
Your personal information will be handled in accordance with our privacy policy and applicable data protection legislation.
About Supply Care Solutions
Supply Care Solutions is a market-leading Medical and Social Care recruitment consultancy, providing accredited recruitment services across the public sector. We specialise in supporting healthcare and social care professionals with short-term, long-term and permanent placements across the UK.
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At Supply Care Solutions, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that values collaboration and professional growth. Located in the vibrant communities of Kettering and Northampton, our team enjoys flexible working arrangements, comprehensive training opportunities, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact in the lives of children in care. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that prioritises your development while you contribute to vital court proceedings and care planning.
