Qualified Social Worker – Sefton – Vulnerable People Service

Liquid Personnel; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Liverpool seeks a Social Worker to manage a complex caseload. Responsibilities include conducting safeguarding investigations, preparing court statements, and developing personalized care packages. Applicants must hold a Social Work England registration and a relevant degree. The role offers remote/hybrid working and an excellent rate of pay up to £35/hour.

Benefits

Remote/hybrid working available

Great reputation with health partners

Supportive team with great training

Excellent pay up to £35/hour

Twice weekly payroll

Free DBS and compliance service

Access to exclusive roles

Free access to training portal

Dedicated consultant

Refer a Friend bonus

Find your own job bonus

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England and eligible to work in the UK.
• Experienced in managing complex and varied caseloads.
• Capable of conducting safeguarding investigations.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex caseload under supervision.
• Prepare statements for Court hearings.
• Assess levels of risk and needs of service users.

Skills

Social Work England registration

Post-qualified experience

Full UK driving licence

Professional judgment

Safeguarding investigations

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work

Job description

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Liverpool, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

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26.09.2025

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Job Description:

An exciting job role has recently become available at the Sefton Council. They are looking for a new member for the Vulnerable People Service.

What will your responsibilities be?

As a Social Worker, you will manage a complex and varied caseload with appropriate supervision, ensuring adherence to policies, procedures, and legislation. You will prepare written statements and representations for Court hearings within legislative frameworks. Using professional judgment, critical reflection, and service user involvement, you will make complex decisions. You will assess levels of risk and need, conduct safeguarding investigations, and maintain updated assessments and care plans. Developing and negotiating personalized care packages with individuals and stakeholders within allocated budgets is also a key responsibility. You will undertake direct work with adults and families according to care plans. Collaboration across multi-agency boundaries and representing the department in multidisciplinary forums, including chairing when required, will be essential. You will model critical reflection, evidence-based decision-making, and inclusive practice, contributing to team and professional development.

Benefits of the role:

• Remote/hybrid working available
• Great reputation and links with health partners
• Supportive team with great training in place
• Excellent rate of pay up to £35/hour

Qualifications and Experiences:

To be eligible for this role, you must have Social Work England registration and be eligible to work in the UK. Additionally, you need to hold a full UK driving licence and possess post-qualified experience. A degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work is also required.

How to apply?

If this is a job for you, feel free to click apply below or if you want to learn more about it, please contact 0345 241 9590.

• Twice weekly payroll
• Free DBS and compliance service
• Access to exclusive roles that aren’t available from other agencies
• Free access to Liquid’s exclusive social work training and CPD portal
• Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge
• Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK
• “Refer a Friend” bonus – get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*
• “Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us *