Social Worker - Children in Care

Job Title: Social Worker
Team: Children in Care
Salary: £40,369 - £43,686 + up to £6,000 welcome bonus (dependent on experience)
Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Are you an experienced and passionate social worker ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of children in care?

Liquid Personnel are currently recruiting for a Social Worker to join a Children in Care Team based in Northampton. As a Social Worker in this team, you will build meaningful relationships with children and young people, supporting them through care planning, permanency, and transitions. You’ll work closely with carers, families, and multi-agency professionals to ensure stability, safety, and positive outcomes. This role offers the opportunity to advocate for children’s voices, promote resilience, and contribute to long-term success.
The below teams are available:

• Children in Care (Court Team)
• Children in Care (Permanence Team)
• Children in Care (Long Term Team)

About You

• Social Work England registered
• 2 years post-qualified, with a completed ASYE
• Experienced in safeguarding and working with children in care
• A confident communicator and team collaborator
• Passionate about supporting children, families, and achieving positive change
• Committed to best practice and continuous development

You’ll be part of a supportive, friendly team where your growth is genuinely encouraged. With a range of benefits which include:
• SWE Registration paid yearly (social care colleagues)
• Recruitment Welcome Bonus of up to £6,000
• Relocation costs of up to £8,000
• Retention bonus payments for established personnel
• 28 days annual leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time) and an additional 5 days after 5 years
• Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3x annual salary) and ill-health protection
• Opportunity to purchase up to 25 days annual leave
• Employee discounts with local and national retailers
• Flexible and family working arrangements
• Enhanced maternity benefits
• A permanent, supportive and inclusive management team where you will be empowered to make good professional decisions
• Extensive Learning & Development and career development opportunities
• Subsidised town centre car parking scheme

Ready to make a difference from day one? Apply now and be a key part of a dedicated team working together to keep children safe and supported.