Qualified Social Worker - Adoption

Social Worker – Adoption – Northamptonshire

Role: Social Worker – Adoption
Location: Northamptonshire
Team: Adoption/SGO
Pay: Up to £35 per hour
Contract: Full-Time Locum
In the office: Around six days per month, usually one day per week (preferably Wednesdays for team meetings). Additional office attendance may be required for duty, meetings, or events with 24 hours’ notice.

Are you a passionate and dedicated Social Worker looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in children's lives? If you have adoption experience and love working closely with families to create happy, permanent homes, this role in Northamptonshire is perfect for you!

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Work that truly matters – You’ll be helping children find their forever families and ensuring they receive the support they need to thrive.
• A great balance of flexibility and teamwork – While you’ll need to be in the office around six days per month and complete face-to-face visits, you’ll have plenty of autonomy to plan your workload efficiently.
• Supportive team culture – Regular team meetings and a manageable caseload mean you’ll always have the time and resources to do your best work.
• Plenty of variety – Every day is different! You’ll be meeting families, attending meetings, and carrying out important assessments to ensure the best outcomes for children.

What You’ll Need:

• Social Work England Registration
• Social Work Qualification
• Right to Work in the UK
• At least 3 years of post-qualification experience in Adoption or a related field (as per DfE guidance)

Why Sheldon Phillips?

Because we get it. Finding the right role is about more than just a job description – it's about finding the perfect fit for you. We’re here to listen, support, and help you land a role where you’ll thrive.

If this Adoption Social Worker role in Northamptonshire sounds like your kind of job, give Ellis Russell a call on 01635 226350 – let’s chat!

And don’t forget – if you refer a friend and we place them, you’ll get £300 as a thank you! (Terms and conditions apply).