Social Workers - Adult Social Care
Northumberland County Council's adult social care safeguarding service are dedicated to support vulnerable adults across the county.
See below for information on NCC's social work teams, the current vacancies and the benefits & perks of working for NCC.
Northumberland County Councils Adults, Ageing & Wellbeing Directorate is committed to supporting adults across the community, ensuring they live in a safe environment free from abuse and neglect. We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate services that protect the most vulnerable adults in our society. At Northumberland County Council we are proud of our employees, who are passionate and committed to improving the lives of Adults within Northumberland ensuring they feel safe, healthy, happy and independent.
We are looking for experienced Social Workers who are committed professionals, determined to deliver an excellent service to vulnerable individuals within our communities.
As you work to provide comprehensive assessments, you will benefit from a good balance of autonomy and support. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of your caseload but will have regular supervision and the full support of your Team Manager.
Our Social Work Teams...
- Care and Support
- Prevention
- Countywide Learning Disabilities
- Intensive Mental Health
- AMHP & Mental Health Inpatient
- Risk & Independence
- Deprivation of Liberty Safeguarding (DoLS)
- Emergency Duty
- Home Safe
- Safeguarding
- Substance Abuse & Alcohol
- Social Work Academy for Newly Qualified Social Workers & Social Work Apprentices
See our current vacancies below...
Social Workers (Adult social care)
Permanent | Full time 37 hours | Salary £39,862 - £44,075 | Various across Northumberland
This is an exciting opportunity for experienced Social Workers with post qualification experience, or social workers who have successfully completed the ASYE Programme to join Northumberland County Council Adults, Ageing & Wellbeing Directorate.
We have 3 opportunities available in the following teams and locations:
1. South/Central Team based in Eddie Ferguson House, Blyth
2. North Team based in Alnwick Fire Station, Alnwick or Macdonald House, Berwick-Upon-Tweed
3. Central Prevention Team based in County Hall, Morpeth
At Northumberland County Council, we’re committed to delivering a high-quality service to vulnerable adults and their loved ones across the County — and we’re looking for professionals who share our vision.
Social Worker - Substance and Alcohol team (SaAT)
Permanent | Full time 37 hours | Salary £39,862 - £44,075 | County Hall, Morpeth
Northumberland Substance and Alcohol Team (SaAT) is seeking a passionate and motivated Social Worker (Band 8) to join our dynamic team and help deliver high-quality services across the Northumberland area.
SaAT provides a holistic, integrated approach to supporting adults aged 18 and over. We work closely with partner agencies including, drug and alcohol services, mental health practitioners, health professionals, police, and social care, to ensure coordinated and effective support.
Team Manager - Home Safe Team
Permanent | Full time 37 hours | Salary £56,233 - £60,010 | Countywide, Northumberland
We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual to fill the role of Team Manager in our Home Safe Service on a permanent arrangement. The post will be Countywide, working alongside the existing management team you may be covering any of the hospitals based in Northumberland such as Northumbria Specialist Care Hospital, Wansbeck General Hospital, Hexham General Hospital, Blyth Community Hospital and Alnwick Infirmary.
All roles require the following:
Degree in Social Work (or equivalent)
Social Work England Registration
Completion of ASYE programme
Due to the nature of the role, it is essential that the postholder has a valid driving licence and has access to a car.
