Social Work Practice Consultant - Court Team

£44,075 - £49,282 per annum
Permanent
Full Time
37
Fountain Court, Sherwood Energy Village, NG22 9GS
Office Based
Competency Framework
Tier 7b
12/02/2026
Number of posts
Multiple posts are available
Closing Date
25 January 2026 23:55
The Children and Families Department takes a strengths-based approach to working with each other, children, young people and families, and our partner agencies. We call this 'Our Nottinghamshire Approach'.  Watch the two minute animation to learn more.

We are seeking an experienced, dedicated and compassionate Social Worker to join our court team at Nottinghamshire County Council. This role involves working closely with children and families within the court system to ensure the best outcomes for children at risk. 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Conduct assessments and provide expert reports for both private and public court proceedings.
  • Work collaboratively with families, legal professionals, and other agencies.
  • Implement care plans and monitor the well-being of children.
  • Provide support and advocacy for children, and families, in court settings

We Offer: 

  • A supportive team environment.
  • Social Work Support Officers, Social Work Assistants, and administrators.
  • Manageable caseloads with support.
  • Opportunities for professional development.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Mobile working
  • A relocation allowance of up to £5,000

Requirements: 

  • Qualified Social Worker with current SWE registration.
  • Experience in child protection and court work.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

OFSTED, who have recently rated Nottinghamshire Children’s Services as Good, commented specifically on the expertise of our team:

“Children who enter care proceedings are allocated a specialist court social worker who brings expertise and skill to completing rigorous assessments, which then inform subsequent court decisions.”

So if you’d like to be part of our Court Team, and build your career with us, we’d like to hear from you!

For informal enquiries and to find out if your experience fits the role, please contact Maggie.James@nottscc.gov.uk

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Disabled applicants who meet the essential shortlisting requirements will be guaranteed an interview. A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Therefore, the County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.

This vacancy is closed to applications.