Social Worker – Fostering Team

About the role

Northumberland County Council is seeking a qualified Social Worker to join its Fostering Team on a part‑time basis (approximately 18.5 hours per week). You will work within a dynamic Residential & Family Placement Service, helping to ensure that children in care receive stable, loving foster placements.

Key responsibilities

• Recruit, assess, train and support foster carers.
• Supervise foster placements and maintain accurate case documentation.
• Participate in the duty rota, responding to placement needs and supporting colleagues in the locality teams.
• Collaborate with partners and stakeholders to represent the voice of the child.
• Provide regular reports and updates to senior management.

Required profile

• Qualified social worker with a valid Social Work England registration.
• Minimum two years post‑qualifying experience in statutory social work.
• Demonstrated experience working with children and families in care.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Required skills

• Social Work England registration.
• Experience in fostering and child protection processes.

What we offer

• Competitive salary £39,862‑£44,075 per year (pro‑rated for part‑time hours).
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Generous annual leave and a range of staff benefits.
• Excellent supervision, support and opportunities for personal development.