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Qualified Social Worker - Adults (FTC 6 months)
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Qualified Social Worker - Adults (FTC 6 months)
Qualified Social Worker - Adults (FTC 6 months)
- Salary: £39,190 - £41,797 | Contract Type: Full Time (6 months)
- Working Hours: 37 per week
- Location: Northampton, United Kingdom
- Closing Date: 1 July, 2026
About the Role
West Northamptonshire Council’s Adult Social Care service is transforming to deliver more local, strength-based care placed firmly at the heart of communities.
As a Social Worker, you will join a supportive and forward-thinking service where your work directly impacts lives. Helping adults with diverse needs maintain independence, improve wellbeing, and achieve person-centred outcomes, you will thrive in a culture prioritising collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement.
Our Teams
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Community Hub teams
- Support adults aged 18+ across Northamptonshire, including rural areas such as Daventry, Towcester, and Brackley.
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Learning Disability team
- Promotes independence and inclusion for adults with learning disabilities.
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Flow and Capacity Team (FACT)
- Facilitates hospital discharges and transitions into community settings.
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Assurance and Safeguarding team
- Leads safeguarding enquiries and supports adults at risk of harm.
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Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) team
- Conducts statutory Mental Capacity and Best Interests Assessments.
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Discharge and Review Team (DART)
- Supports CHC (Care and Health) reviews and discharge into residential or specialist settings.
Working Pattern
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Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Flexible and part-time options available.
Note:
A driving license and access to your own transport is required.
Confidential conversation:
Before applying, if you’d like an informal chat, email jade.welch@westnorthants.gov.uk or call 07785 102075.
Responsibilities
You will support adults with varied needs to live safely, independently, and dignified lives:
- Manage complex caseloads, conducting strengths-based assessments and person-centred support planning.
- Exercise professional judgment to manage risks, respond to changing needs, and lead safeguarding enquiries when required.
- Build strong relationships with individuals, families, and carers.
- Collaborate closely with healthcare providers, housing services, and voluntary sector partners to deliver joined-up support.
- Adhere to key legislation, including the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act.
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Career Development & Progression
At West Northamptonshire Council, we’re invested in your professional growth.
- Structured induction and shadowing to support your transition into the role.
- Tailored training and ongoing professional development.
Specialisation opportunities:
- Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) training is available for Social Workers with 2+ years post-qualification experience.
Rewards and Benefits
We Support You:
- Retention and experience payment scheme (subject to criteria).
- Paid social work registration fees.
- Access to Community Care Inform, offering up-to-date research, legislation updates, and best practice guidance.
Discover what our Social Workers love here: Our Adult Social Work teams | West Northamptonshire Council
About You
We’re seeking qualified and experienced Social Workers, registered with Social Work England, with an unwavering commitment to high-quality adult social care.
Required skills and attributes:
- Ability to manage a complex, varied caseload.
- Strong professional judgment and proficiency in legislation application (e.g., Care Act 2014).
- Capacity to work collaboratively and independently.
- Motivation to achieve person-centred outcomes that matter.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Course knowledge of safeguarding and advocacy.
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Ideal candidates:
- Previously worked within adult social care, organisational multitasking and solution-focused problem-solving.
- Appreciate working in a fast-paced environment that demands adaptability.
- Proactively build relationships with partners across various sectors, including health, housing, community groups, and voluntary organisations.
Nice to Have (but not essential):
- Qualifications/experience in:
- Best Interests Assessor (BIA).
- Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP).
- Practice educator roles.
Core Requirements:
A passion for making a difference matched by enthusiasm, resilience, and genuine care for vulnerable adults.
Benefits Overview
Explore our full list of employee benefits here: Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council
About West Northants Council
Our values centering on THRIVE - (T)rust, (H)igh Performance, (R)espect, (I)nnovation, and (E)mpowerment drive everything we do.
- Committed to diversity, equity, equality, and inclusion.
- A disability-confident employer, Armed Forces Covenant partner, and Care Leaver Covenant partner.
To learn more about what Diversity, Equality, Inclusion means to us, watch this:
Watch WNC colleagues share their DEI experiences
Accessibility Support & Inquiries
If you require additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process — such as receiving the job description in an alternative format or language — contact:
jade.welch@westnorthants.gov.uk
Please note, we reserve the right to close the advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Apply now to avoid disappointment.
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