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Social Worker - Safeguarding

Liquid Personnel
Northampton Posted Sep 29, 2026
Full-time

About this role

Job Title: Social Worker Team: Safeguarding Salary: £40,369 - £43,686 (dependent on experience) + up to £6000 market supplement/welcome bonus Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Are you a skilled and committed social worker looking to make a real difference in safeguarding children and young people?

Liquid Personnel are currently recruiting for a Social Worker to join a Safeguarding Team based in Northampton. In this role, you will carry out robust assessments, manage complex child protection cases, and work closely with families and multi-agency partners to ensure children are safe and supported. You’ll play a vital role in delivering timely interventions, progressing care plans, and achieving positive outcomes for children at risk of harm.

About You

  • Social Work England registered

  • 2 years post-qualified, with a completed ASYE

  • Experienced in child protection, safeguarding, and statutory interventions

  • Skilled in managing risk and making sound professional judgments

  • A confident communicator and team collaborator

  • Committed to best practice and continuous development

You’ll be part of a supportive, friendly team where your growth is genuinely encouraged. We offer a range of benefits which include:

  • SWE Registration paid yearly

  • Recruitment Welcome Bonus of £6,000

  • Relocation Package offered

  • Retention bonus payments for established personnel

  • 28 days annual leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time) and an additional 5 days, after 5 years

  • Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.

  • Opportunity to purchase up to 25 days annual leave

  • Employee discounts with local and national retailers

  • Flexible and family working arrangements

  • Enhanced maternity benefits

  • Employee Assistance Programme

  • A permanent, supportive and inclusive management team where you will be empowered to make good professional decisions

  • Extensive Learning & Development and career development opportunities

  • Subsidised town centre car parking scheme

Ready to make a difference from day one? Apply now and be a key part of a dedicated team working together to keep children safe.

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