Experienced Social Worker (Children's) - Social Care Qualified

Experienced Social Worker (Children's) - Social Care Qualified — Knowsley Borough Council Location: 2nd Floor, Nutgrove Villa, Westmorland Road, Huyton, Merseyside, L36 6GA, United Kingdom, Merseyside Rates: Rate on application Contract: 12 weeks · 36 hours per week · 1 vacancies Working pattern: 2-3 days per week in the office. Job description: Review job description Job description This is a targeted role within our cared for children's service with reduced caseload. The aim and expectations for this role include supporting children and young people through improved planning, progressing outcomes with a view to reduce delay in care planning. Who we're looking for We're seeking confident, experienced practitioners who are passionate about safeguarding children and committed to achieving lasting change. You will: Be a qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England. Have experience of safeguarding and child protection work. Be confident managing complex risk and decision-making. Be relationship-focused and child-centred in your practice. Have strong assessment, analysis and court skills. As an Experienced Social Worker within our Cared for Children’s service you will: Undertake care planning and reviews for looked after children and young people helping to ensure they have stable placements that meet their needs and support their aspirations. Lead complex assessments and interventions. Support children and young people in understanding their life journey. Develop strong, purposeful relationships with children, their families and carers. Work collaboratively with partner agencies to manage risk and promote positive outcomes. Contribute to service development and practice improvement. Support less experienced colleagues through sharing your expertise and knowledge. Essential requirements: Required documents at candidate submission Must have: - The worker must be eligible to work in the UK - Confidentiality Agreement - Right to Represent - DBS Summary Form - Social Work England Registration - 5 Years References/Work History - DfE Declaration Target interview date 23 Oct 2026: Online Interview instructions Interviews will take place via Teams with details to be sent Apply through Recruit & Reward with an up-to-date CV. Your application is submitted in accordance with the advertised New Starter Reward key terms, conditions and agreement.

We’re looking for a children’s social worker with a strong background in statutory safeguarding. The role is likely to involve complex Child in Need and Child Protection work, including risk assessment, Section 47 enquiries and coordinated multi-agency planning. Previous experience of PLO or court work would be an advantage. This suits someone already confident managing demanding safeguarding cases in a busy frontline service.

Apply through Recruit & Reward with an up-to-date CV. Your application is submitted in accordance with the advertised New Starter Reward key terms, conditions and agreement.