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Social Worker - Duty & Assessment
Job Posted: 12 days ago
Salary: £ 40,369 - 43,868 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: NN1, Northampton, West Northamptonshire
Expire in: 15 days
Job Description
️ Social Worker – Duty & Assessment Team (DAAT)
📍 Northamptonshire | 🕐 full Time | 🗓️ Apply ASAP
Join a Team That Works Hard, Supports Each Other – and Never Forgets Lunch! 🍕🍰
"The Duty and Assessment Team (DAAT) at NCT are the BEST!! I couldn’t ask for a better bunch of colleagues. I’d encourage any experienced social workers who enjoy food to come and join us – you won’t regret it!"
– Monique, DAAT Social Worker
At Northamptonshire Children’s Trust (NCT), our Duty and Assessment Team (DAAT) plays a vital role as the first point of contact for all safeguarding concerns regarding children and young people across the county.
We’re looking for skilled, compassionate, and confident Social Workers who thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and are passionate about protecting children and families. If you’re someone who enjoys working collaboratively, making quick, sound decisions, and building strong relationships – and you appreciate a supportive team who knows how to have fun – this could be the perfect next step in your career.
🚀 What You’ll Be Doing:
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Respond to new referrals from professionals and the public regarding children at risk or in need
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Carry out robust, short-term child and family assessments
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Make informed decisions on next steps including service provision or case transfer
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Work closely with partner agencies to ensure immediate, joined-up support
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Ensure the child’s voice is always at the centre of your work
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Contribute to a strength-based, trauma-informed approach to practice
👥 About the Team:
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6 lively and hard-working DAAT teams
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Each led by a Team Manager and Advanced Practitioner, supporting Social Workers, Seniors and NQSWs
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Strong team culture where food, fun, and peer support are essential ingredients
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Managers are present, approachable, and hands-on in helping their teams succeed
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Emphasis on Signs of Safety and Systemic Practice
🎁 What’s in It for You?
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💰 £6,000 Welcome Bonus
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💼 Up to £8,000 Relocation Package
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💸 SWE Registration Paid Annually
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📅 28 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays + 5 Extra Days after 5 Years
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🛡️ Local Government Pension with life and ill-health protection
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🛍️ Employee Discount Scheme: Retail, travel, dining, health & more
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🧘♀️ 24/7 Mental Health & Counselling Support (Health Assured)
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🍼 Enhanced Maternity Benefits & Flexible Working
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🚗 Subsidised Town Centre Parking
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📚 Career Development + Funded Training Opportunities
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🏆 Supportive, stable management and genuine progression routes
💡 Why Join Northamptonshire Children’s Trust?
At NCT, children and families are at the heart of every decision. As a Social Worker here, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking, compassionate organisation that empowers you to do the best work of your life – every day.
We champion creativity, value every voice, and celebrate the dedication of our incredible workforce. If you want to be part of a trust that truly invests in people, join us.
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