Social Worker – Child Protection Team

Liquid Personnel; Baildon, Long Lee; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated social work agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join a Child Protection Team in Keighley and Shipley. This challenging role focuses on managing a diverse caseload involving Child in Need and court cases, and offers a supportive environment to make a meaningful impact on families. Candidates must be Social Work England registered with a relevant degree and post-qualification experience. The agency provides unique perks including free training and a variety of roles across the UK.

Benefits

Free DBS and compliance service

Twice weekly payroll service

Exclusive roles not available from other agencies

Free access to exclusive social work training

Dedicated consultant with social work knowledge

Wide selection of social work positions

£500 bonus for referrals

£250 bonus for bringing a position

Qualifications

• Must be registered with Social Work England.
• Eligible to work in the UK without restrictions.
• Required to hold a full UK driving licence.
• Minimum of two years of post-qualified experience.
• Degree in Social Work or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Child in Need, Child Protection, and Court cases.
• Undertake assessments and develop care plans.
• Carry out direct work with children and families.
• Prepare high-quality reports for court presentations.
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners.
• Maintain accurate case records.
• Participate in supervision and team meetings.
• Ensure compliance with social work standards.

Skills

Social Work England registration

Eligible to work in the UK

Full UK driving licence

Post-qualified experience

Education

Degree level or equivalent in Social Work

Job description

Job Title : Social Worker – Child Protection Team

Location : Keighley & Shipley, Bradford

Pay Rate : £35 per hour

Job Description :

Liquid Personnel is recruiting experienced and dedicated Social Workers to join their client’s Child Protection Team based in Keighley and Shipley. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced, supportive environment where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Child in Need, Child Protection, Pre-Proceedings, and Court cases
• Undertake assessments and develop care plans in line with statutory requirements
• Carry out direct work with children and families to safeguard and promote welfare
• Prepare high-quality reports and present evidence in court when required
• Work collaboratively with multi‑agency partners to deliver effective interventions
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records
• Participate in regular supervision and team meetings
• Ensure compliance with Social Work England standards and local authority policies

Qualifications & Experience

• Social Work England registration
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Hold a full UK driving licence
• Post-qualified experience
• Degree level or equivalent in Social Work

Why Liquid Personnel?

• Free DBS and compliance service
• Twice weekly payroll and ‘Faster Pay’ service, getting you paid more quickly
• 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 *