Social Worker - Care and Support

Job Overview

At Northumberland County Council, we take pride in our dedicated employees who are passionate about improving the lives of adults in our communities, ensuring they feel safe, healthy, happy, and independent. Care and Support provide a holistic and integrated service for adults aged 18 and over, working closely with partner agencies such as drug and alcohol services, mental health practitioners, health professionals, housing services, the police, and children's social care to ensure coordinated and effective support.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and provide an integrated service to adults aged 18 and over.
• Manage your own caseload while receiving regular supervision and consistent guidance from Advanced Social Work Practitioners and your Team Manager.
• Ensure a clear understanding of the Care Act and the Local Authority's statutory duties.

• Enthusiastic, qualified Social Workers with a commitment to continuous development.
• Degree in Social Work & registered with Social Work England.
• Successfully completed the UK Skills for Care ASYE programme.
• Valid UK driving licence and ability to use a car for work purposes.
• Post‑qualification experience or successful completion of the ASYE Programme (for experienced Social Workers).

• The Adult Social Care training team offers a wide range of career development opportunities, including specialist workshops, structured pathways, and accredited training such as Accepted Mental Health Professional and Practice Educator qualifications.
• 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of local authority continuous service (pro rata for part‑time employees).
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Flexi scheme – up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part‑time employees).
• Essential Car User scheme.
• Free parking in majority of NCC base sites.
• Free electrical car charging at County Hall.
• Equipment provided including mobile phone and laptop.
• Local government discount schemes available to all employees with offers at local businesses and national brands.
• Commitment to work/life balance offering flexibility through job sharing and flexible working arrangements.
• A range of salary sacrifice schemes are available.
• Staff networks – run by staff, for staff – providing opportunities for peer networking, mutual support and staff development (e.g. Armed Forces, ASD, Enable, LGBT+, Menopause, Mental Wellbeing and Racial Equality).