Position: Social Worker Childrens Location:Durham County Council

About the Role:

As a Social Worker in our Children in Care Team, you will support children and young people aged 1 to 18 years old who are looked after by the local authority under Section 31 or Section 20 of the Children Act.

You will:

Manage a caseload of 20-25 children, ensuring each child receives individualised, high-quality support.
Develop and maintain strong, trusting relationships with young people, carers, and other professionals.
Undertake statutory visits, reviews, care planning, and pathway planning.
Be involved in life-story work, education and health support, and future planning to help young people thrive.
Work closely with a stable, experienced team that values reflection, supervision, and collaboration.

What We’re Looking For:

A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
Experience of working with looked after children or within children’s social care.
Strong assessment, communication, and planning skills.
A commitment to putting the voice and needs of the child at the centre of practice.
Confidence in working within statutory frameworks and contributing to permanence planning.

Why Join Durham County Council?

Be part of a dedicated, child-focused team with a strong support structure.
Access ongoing professional development, training, and progression pathways.
Benefit from a flexible and supportive work environment.
Competitive pay and generous local government pension scheme.
Staff wellbeing services and family-friendly policies.

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