Qualified Social Worker - Adults

Pertemps; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized social work agency is seeking a Qualified Adult Social Worker in Liverpool. The role involves conducting assessments, managing a caseload, and delivering person-centered care. Ideal candidates will be registered with Social Work England and have over 4 years of relevant experience. This agency position offers comprehensive support and opportunities across the UK.

Benefits

Dedicated support from the agency

Referral bonuses

Access to roles across the UK

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England as a Qualified Social Worker.
• 4+ years of qualified experience in social work.
• Experience in a statutory or voluntary agency.

Responsibilities

• Assess risks and social care requirements.
• Manage an agreed caseload effectively.
• Develop individual care plans respecting diversity.

Skills

Social work legislation knowledge

Mediation and negotiation skills

Experience with diverse client groups

Ability to work in multidisciplinary environments

Education

Social Work Degree or equivalent

Job description

Qualified Social Worker - Adults, Liverpool

Client:

Location:

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

1c4c725177f9

Job Views:

11

Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

Qualified Social Worker

Location: Merseyside

Pay rate: £46 per hour

Our client is looking for Qualified Adult Social Workers to join the Adults Team. We seek experienced and passionate Social Workers with previous experience in Adult Social Care, familiar with legislation such as the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Human Rights Act, and Mental Health Act. The team handles hospital transfer and discharge, referrals, and complex safeguarding cases. Candidates will work across two hospitals, conducting Care Act assessments, safeguarding, multi-agency collaboration, and duty functions.

In this role, you will support in delivering person-centred, safe, and effective social care services, making assessments and decisions about interventions based on your professional knowledge. Establishing and maintaining relationships with service users and agencies is essential to ensure services meet needs. You will aim for positive, sustainable outcomes, adhering to social care legislation and values, and striving to provide the best outcomes for individuals and families, with a focus on protecting the vulnerable.

Ideal candidate will be:

• Registered with Social Work England as a Qualified Social Worker.
• Holder of SW, CSS, DipSW, or a Social Work Degree, with a creative, flexible, and forward-thinking approach.
• Experience working in a Social Services Directorate or similar statutory or voluntary agency.
• Committed to continuous improvement and delivering high-quality services.
• Skilled in mediation and negotiation.
• Experienced with various client groups and working in a multidisciplinary, interagency environment.
• Knowledgeable about social work legislation.
• Having 4+ years of qualified experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Assessing risks, protection needs, and social care requirements.
• Managing an agreed caseload.
• Using specialized communication skills to achieve outcomes.
• Developing individual care plans respecting diversity and promoting dignity.
• Supporting and mentoring less experienced staff and students.

This is an agency post with Pertemps offering dedicated support, access to roles across the UK, easy registration, referral schemes, compliance management, reliable payroll, and more.

The role is ideal for those traveling from Liverpool, Birkenhead, Widnes, Warrington, Wirral, Huyton, Wallasey, Sefton, Manchester, Ellesmere Port, Wigan, St Helens, Runcorn, Chester, Wrexham, Skelmersdale, and surrounding areas.

We recruit across all social work sectors. If this role isn’t suitable, contact us for other opportunities including IRO, BIA, MASH, Children Looked After, Localities, Children in Need, Child Protection, Court, Hospital Transfer and Discharge, Service Manager, Head of Service, Team Manager, and Assistant Team Manager.

Not currently looking? We offer generous referral bonuses—please share with colleagues or friends. Contact us for more information.