Children Social Worker – CIC / LAC – Liverpool –

Ashberry Recruitment; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A social recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Children’s Social Worker for the Liverpool area. The role involves working within Permanence Teams to provide high-quality support for Children in Care and Children Looked After, ensuring stable placements and improved outcomes. Candidates must possess a DIPSW qualification, Social Work England registration, and strong communication skills. Flexible working hours are expected.

Benefits

Dedicated experienced Consultant support

Friendly compliance team assistance

£250 Referral bonus

Enhanced DBS provided

Qualifications

• Must hold Social Work England registration.
• An enhanced and in-date DBS certificate is required.
• Experience with Children in Care and Children Looked After is essential.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for care and placement planning.
• Engage directly with children and young people to ensure their needs are met.
• Work collaboratively within multi-agency setups.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Decision making

Knowledge of service needs

Competent IT skills

Education

DIPSW or equivalent qualification in Social Work

Job description

Overview

Children’s Social Worker
Team: CIC & LAC
Location: Liverpool
Rate: £44.21

We have opportunities for experienced (plus 3yrs pq) children’s social workers across our services in our Permanence Teams

The candidate will be experienced in Children in Care and Children Looked After
Excellent engagement and direct working skills with children and young people is essential as well
Care and placement planning and minimising risk with a methodical organised approach, ensuring long term improved outcomes
Ensuring stable placements appropriate for individual needs

There has never been a more exciting time to join Liverpool Children’s Services as a social worker. We have a high quality senior leadership team who are committed to collaborative practice improvement and making Liverpool a place where good social work can flourish.

35 Hours Per Week

Office Use: RQ1605302

Requirements

• DIPSW or equivalent qualification in Social Work
• Social Work England registration
• Enhanced and in date DBS certificate.
• Excellent communication skills and be able to make good decisions based on information available.
• Can work alone and within/contribute to a team/multi-agency set ups
• Possess knowledge of service needs.
• Competent IT skills and be able to navigate electronic file/recording systems.
• Can write clear, concise, and robust assessment/reports/files.
• Have a flexible approach to work and working hours when the need arises

Why Ashberry?

• Dedicated experienced Consultant providing the ultimate support through your job search
• Friendly compliance team to guide you through the registration and placement process
• Provides your essential Enhanced DBS
• £250 Referral bonus.