Copy of Senior Social Worker – Children in Care (Team 6) #5270633

Semester.co.uk; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de recrutement recherche un travailleur social qualifié pour rejoindre l'équipe de phare de Cheshire West et Chester Council à Ellesmere Port. Ce rôle temporaire se concentre sur l'évaluation et le soutien des familles, garantissant le bien-être des enfants. Avec une structure de gestion solide et des possibilités de formation continues, c'est une occasion idéale pour faire une réelle différence dans la vie des enfants.

Benefits

Excellente rémunération compétitive

Formation continue gratuite

Envoyé de salaire hebdomadaire

Qualifications

• Doit être un travailleur social qualifié et enregistré.
• Expérience en travail de cour et en planification de permanence.

Responsibilities

• Effectuer des évaluations robustes et des soutiens pour les familles.
• Collaborer avec les tribunaux et les équipes juridiques.

Skills

Fostering

Court work

Permanence planning

Assessment

Report writing

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Social Work England registration

Job description

Copy of Senior Social Worker – Children in Care (Team 6) #5270633

Supervising Social Worker – Connected People’s Fostering Team
The Portal, Ellesmere Port
Interim Opportunity | Full-time | Court-Directed Work

Semester Recruitment is working with Cheshire West and Chester Council, who are looking for a dedicated, resilient, and experienced Supervising Social Worker to join their Connected People’s Team, based at The Portal, Ellesmere Port.

This is a vital role focused on supporting family and friends carers – including Special Guardians – through assessments and supervision, keeping children’s wellbeing and safety at the heart of all work.

Role Overview:

Complete robust, timely assessments of connected carers, often within court-directed timeframes

Provide ongoing support, advice, and supervision to family and friends carers and Special Guardians

Work with complex care proceedings and contribute to permanence planning for children

Collaborate closely with courts, legal teams, and children’s social workers

Travel out-of-county as needed, including occasional overnight stays

Promote safe and stable care arrangements for children with known carers

Requirements:

Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration

Experience in fostering, court work, or permanence planning

Strong knowledge of care proceedings, SGO processes, and connected carers assessments

Confident in producing high-quality reports and working to tight deadlines

Resilient, reflective, and committed to improving outcomes for children and families

Willingness to travel and stay overnight where required

Join a team making a real impact on children’s lives through stability, family, and support.
Apply today or contact Semester Recruitment to discuss the role further.

CVs being reviewed immediately – early applications encouraged.

Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP

What’s on offer for the Social Worker

· Excellent competitive pay rate – paid weekly!

· Excellent management structure with experienced leaders

· Desirable location with excellent transport links

· A stable and well-supported working environment

Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk:

Free on-going training opportunities upon registering as part of our commitment to you.

Competitive Rates of pay

In house payroll, providing weekly payments and support

Enhanced DBS completed.

Support and expert advice from an approachable, dedicated and friendly team

An assigned dedicated & experienced consultant

Various employment opportunities in your preferred geographical area

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