Social Worker Children in Care Court Team

Opus People Solutions Ltd
📍 Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 29, 2026

Job Description

About the Role

Northampton Children's Trust is currently seeking experienced Social Worker to join their Children in Care Teams, with a specific focus on court work.

This is a fantastic opportunity to manage a varied caseload and play a key role in progressing cases through court proceedings while ensuring the best outcomes for children and young people.

These positions sit within Children in Care teams, with a dedicated court function, requiring strong report writing skills and confidence working within legal frameworks. The role offers a hybrid working model, with flexibility depending on service needs.

Location: One Angel Square, Northampton
Rate: £38 per hour
Working Pattern: Hybrid (dependent on court hearings, CIC reviews, and visits)

Key Responsibilities

Managing a caseload involving ongoing court proceedings
Completing high-quality assessments, court reports, and statements
Undertaking all statutory responsibilities as a c...

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Job Details

  • Location Northampton, Northamptonshire
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category community-and-social-service
  • Posted Date June 29, 2026
  • Application Deadline August 08, 2026