Experienced Social Worker | Family Safeguarding | Skelmersdale

Lancashire County Council; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Skelmersdale is seeking an Experienced Childrens Social Worker to join their Family Safeguarding Team. This exciting role involves working in a fast‑paced environment, delivering interventions to support children and families. The position is full-time and offers a competitive salary range of £36,363 - £46,142 per annum. The role requires at least 12 months of post-qualification experience. Strong candidates will have skills in motivational interviewing and crisis intervention, with opportunities for professional development and support.

Benefits

26 days annual leave rising to 32 days

Employee Assistance Programme

Local Authority Pension

Employee benefits platform with discounts

Responsibilities

• Deliver intervention to children and their families.
• Work in a multi-agency team focused on child protection.
• Engage families in the Family Safeguarding model.

Skills

Motivational Interviewing

Crisis Intervention

Behavioral Health

Child Welfare

Experience with Children

Addiction Counseling

Education

Social Work Registration (Social Work England)

12 months post-qualification experience

Job description

Description

Salary 36363 - 46142 per annum Fixed Term until November 2026 Full Time 37 hours per week Family Safeguarding - Childrens Social Care Skelmersdale

International Sponsorship - this role is not open to international sponsorship.

Experienced Childrens Social Worker

Family Safeguarding Team

Locations

Skelmersdale

Salary : Grade 8 / 9 up to 46142 (dependent on experience)

We’re pleased to announce an exciting new opportunity to join our established Family Safeguarding Team based in Skelmersdale. Our teams consist of domestic abuse officers, domestic abuse practitioners, child and family practitioners and mental health practitioners.

If you are an experienced social worker who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment and would like to work as part of a multi‑agency team delivering intervention to children and their families, we would like to hear from you!

The role will be a Fixed Term contract initially until November 2026 subject to further funding.

About Us

Lancashire County Council Childrens Services is a progressive and innovative workplace that embraces strengths‑based approaches and the Family Safeguarding model of practice. This is an exciting time to join us as we undergo positive changes and develop our service.

As one of the largest local authorities we provide numerous opportunities for career progression and professional development. Our supportive management team is dedicated to ensuring you thrive in your role as a Social Worker.

Working in the Family Safeguarding Team

Family Safeguarding is a way of working to help keep families together and achieve better outcomes for children and their parents by engaging them in a more collaborative way. Our Family Safeguarding teams are multi‑disciplinary with adult specialists and will hold our core Child in Need and Child Protection work taking a Motivational Interviewing approach.

Our Commitment

We understand the importance of a healthy work‑life balance and manageable caseloads. With national funding we are enhancing our service by reducing caseloads, providing excellent training, and expanding our service offerings to positively impact Lancashire’s children and families.

Training and Development

New recruits will attend our established Social Work Academy which includes an extensive induction programme, regular recall days, and training for ASYE social workers. Our Practice Development Managers lead this Academy ensuring high standards of practice.

Why Join Us

• Benefits : There’s fabulous flexibility and the opportunity to create the work‑life balance you’ll love; 26 days annual leave rising to 32 days with tenure plus 10 statutory / bank holidays and an additional 20 days that can be purchased too. An Employee Assistance Programme for your family and yourself plus a generous Local Authority Pension available. Finally we have an enviable employee benefits platform which provides numerous discounts from your weekly shop to holidays and entertainment with salary sacrifice options on electronics, bicycles, white goods and cars.
• Development : We will provide support and development at each stage of your journey with us from induction through to personal and professional qualifications. There will be opportunities for career progression both vertically but also into other areas of the organisation if you wish. There will be time for reflection and interaction with your line manager as well as peer support from those within the wider team.
• Inclusivity : We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and have support groups available for everyone.

Application Process

• CV / Resume

We would be delighted to have an initial confidential chat with you. Please contact to arrange a call.

Please note these roles require a minimum of 12 months post‑qualification experience. Unfortunately these positions are not suitable for newly qualified Social Workers or those looking to undertake their ASYE.

Closing Date

07th December 2025

Interviews

To be confirmed

Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and families in Lancashire!

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a disclosure. Further information can be found on the Our Recruitment Process tab.

You must be registered (Social Work England) to be appointed as a Social Worker.

You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and must be insured for business use. However we may consider you if you cannot drive because of a disability.

In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits which can be found on LCC Vacancies website.

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early before the closing date if we receive sufficient applications.

Job Description & Person Specification

Required Experience : Senior IC

Key Skills

Motivational Interviewing, Acute Care, Crisis Intervention, Behavioral Health, Intake Experience, Hospice Care, Case Management, Home Care, Child Welfare, Experience with Children, Social Work, Addiction Counseling

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Experience

Years

Vacancy

1

Yearly Salary

36363 - 46142