Qualified Social Worker

TN United Kingdom; Widnes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Qualified Social Worker to join their Child Protection & Children in Need team. In this role, you will assess and support children and families in a busy environment, collaborating with various agencies to ensure positive outcomes. Your expertise and communication skills will be vital in building relationships and delivering high-quality social care services. If you are committed to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant access

Easy registration process

Referral schemes and incentives

Ongoing compliance management

Reliable payroll

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England as a Qualified Social Worker.
• At least 4 years of post-qualification experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of risks and social care needs.
• Manage a caseload effectively and develop individual care plans.
• Provide guidance and support to unqualified staff and students.

Skills

Child Protection legislation knowledge

Communication skills

Mediation skills

Negotiation skills

Multi-disciplinary work experience

Creativity and flexibility

Education

Registered with Social Work England

4+ years post-qualification experience

Job description

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Qualified Social Worker

Child Protection & Children in Need

Location: Merseyside

Pay rate: £46 per hour

Are you an experienced and passionate Qualified Social Worker? We are looking for dedicated professionals to join our Child Protection & Children in Need team. In this role, you will work in a busy, supportive environment assessing and working with children and families, intervening when children need support. Your work will involve direct assessment with children and families, and collaboration with agencies such as police and health services to achieve positive, sustainable outcomes. The service promotes strong links with our Integrated Prevention and Earliest Help colleagues to support community-based assistance when social care involvement ends.

Following social care legislation and local government standards, you will support the delivery of person-centered, safe, and effective social care services. Your professional judgment will guide assessments and intervention strategies. Using your social work expertise and excellent communication skills, you will build and maintain relationships with service users and partner agencies to meet their needs effectively.

You will be committed to achieving positive, sustainable results and continuously improving outcomes for children. Your passion for supporting children and families to thrive and flourish is essential. Our priority is to protect the vulnerable and work efficiently.

Ideal Candidate:

• Registered with Social Work England as a Qualified Social Worker
• Experienced working with children and vulnerable groups
• Creative, flexible, and proactive in approach
• Knowledgeable of Child Protection legislation and issues
• Dedicated to continuous improvement for children's outcomes
• Excellent mediation and negotiation skills
• Skilled in building meaningful relationships with children and families
• Committed to high-quality service delivery
• Experienced in multi-disciplinary, interagency work
• Relevant management experience
• At least 4 years post-qualification experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of risks and social care needs
• Manage a caseload effectively
• Use specialized communication skills to achieve positive outcomes
• Develop individual care plans respecting diversity and dignity
• Provide guidance and support to unqualified staff and students

This is an agency post, and Pertemps offers:

• A dedicated consultant with access to roles across the UK
• Easy registration process
• Referral schemes and incentives
• Ongoing compliance management
• Reliable payroll and more

This role is conveniently located for those traveling from Bolton, Bury, Oldham, Trafford, Ashton-under-Lyne, Macclesfield, Warrington, Wigan, Huddersfield, St Helens, Widnes, Altrincham, Middleton, Urmston, Irlam, Stretford, Eccles, Salford, Stockport, Longsight, Bradford, Chester, Runcorn, Wirral, Rochdale, Liverpool, Skelmersdale, Cheadle, Leigh, Blackburn, Preston, Partington, Manchester, Openshaw, and Wythenshawe.

We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work. If this role isn't suitable, contact us for other opportunities including IRO, BIA, MASH, Children Looked After, Children in Need, Children’s Social Work, Adult Social Work, Service Manager, Head of Service, Team Manager, and Assistant Team Manager.