Social Workers - East Lindsey FAST Teams

Job Introduction

Job Titles:

• Level 2 Social Worker (FAST Teams, East Lindsey)
• Advanced Practitioner (FAST Teams, East Lindsey)

Working Pattern: Hybrid, three days on site; nine day fortnight available

Salary: £39,152 to £47,181 plus 15% attraction and retention payment (paid monthly)

Location: Louth and Horncastle

Closing Date: Monday 13th April 2026

Interviews: To be arranged

Are you an experienced Social Worker driven to achieve the best outcomes for children and families? Do you value restorative, strengths‑based practice? If so, Lincolnshire County Council could be exactly where you belong.

We’re looking for Social Workers to join our East Lindsey FAST Teams, based in the market towns of Louth and Horncastle.

• Louth blends historic charm, independent shops and a vibrant food scene, all set at the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
• Horncastle, also on the edge of the Wolds, offers beautiful countryside, scenic walking and cycling routes, and easy access to both Lincoln and the coast.

Why Lincolnshire?

From peaceful countryside villages to the stunning Lincolnshire coastline, East Lindsey offers a refreshing escape from the pressures of city life - without losing the sense of community, activity, or connection. With housing far more affordable than in many other parts of the UK, you can enjoy more space, greater stability, and real room to breathe.

With a hybrid pattern of three days on site and flexible options like a nine‑day fortnight, it’s easier to build a work–life balance that genuinely works for you.

Lincolnshire County Council is proud to have one of the strongest Children’s Services in the country, recognised with an Outstanding Ofsted rating that we have successfully maintained. Our teams are committed, child‑centred and continually improving.

Our practice model, Signs of Safety, is rooted in restorative practice - empowering families by recognising their strengths, networks and voices. The child is at the centre of every plan we create.

About the Role – Level 2 Social Worker

As a Level 2 Social Worker, you will:

• Assess social care needs, develop support plans, and lead reviews.
• Manage a varied and often complex caseload, providing consistency and stability for children and families.
• Mentor less experienced colleagues and support students on placement, helping grow the next generation of practitioners.

About the Role - Advanced Practitioner

As an Advanced Practitioner, you will:

• Manage complex caseloads, including high‑risk plans and specialist court work, completing robust assessments and interventions.
• Provide mentoring, coaching and day‑to‑day professional support to less experienced colleagues, shaping practice across the team.
• Take up opportunities to become a Practice Educator, supporting the development of Social Work students.
• Access clear development routes into management, supported by our ‘Bridging the Gap’ programme designed to prepare Advanced Practitioners for future leadership roles.

A supportive, development focused environment

We understand the emotional challenges of social work—and we make sure you’re supported every step of the way.

You will benefit from:

• Monthly formal supervision and monthly group learning.
• Regular team meetings and an annual team development day.
• Accessible, informal support from managers and colleagues when you need to test ideas or reflect.
• Strong commitment to continuous professional development, with access to Research in Practice and fully funded PQ modules, including Practice Educator training.
• Excellent health and wellbeing support

Our offer to you

We take pride in offering one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in local government, designed to support your wellbeing, work–life balance and long‑term financial security.

• Competitive salary of £39,152 - £47,181 + 15% attraction & retention payment (paid monthly)
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). A secure pension with an impressive council contribution of around 24%
• Generous annual leave. Start with 25 – 28 days, increasing by 5 extra days after five years’ service - plus the option to buy an additional 10 days
• Discounts and lifestyle savings. Access national and local discounts across shopping, dining, transport, leisure and health clubs
• Salary sacrifice schemes: Cycle to Work and Tusker car leasing
• Relocation package of up to £8,000

Further details can be found in our Rewards & Benefits brochure.

If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role then please contact; Paula Barnes (Louth) via email Paula.Barnes@lincolnshire.gov.uk or Nikki Burgess (Horncastle) via email on Nikki.Burgess@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.

Please refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your application.

A relocation package may be considered for the successful candidate. More details relating to our Relocation Policy can be found here.

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. Please also note: once an application is submitted it is final and cannot be amended. If you withdraw your application, it cannot be reinstated and you will not be able to submit another application for that vacancy. If you have an issue with your submitted application, please contact recruitment@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

A Smarter Working Employer

We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary.  Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.

Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.

Fluency Duty 

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Our values – collaborative, adaptable, eco-conscious, supportive, and responsible – guide everything we do. We’re looking for candidates who share these values and bring them to life in their work, helping us build strong teams and make a real difference in the communities we serve.