Social Worker – Court and Locality Team

Liquid Personnel; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social work agency is seeking an experienced Social Worker for the Court and Locality Team in Manchester. In this role, you will safeguard children and families, conduct assessments, and mentor junior staff. Candidates should have a degree in Social Work, registration with Social Work England, and relevant experience. The role offers a competitive pay rate of £35 per hour and the opportunity to make a significant impact on community welfare.

Benefits

Make a Difference: Help change lives

Great Team: Supportive and collaborative environment

Twice weekly payroll

Free DBS and compliance service

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England.
• Experience in case management and child protection.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and families.
• Conduct assessments following regulatory guidelines.
• Mentor and support less experienced Social Workers.

Skills

Social Work registration

Assessment skills

Case management

Collaboration

Education

Degree-level qualification in Social Work

Job description

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Social Worker – Court and Locality Team, Manchester

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Social Worker – Court and Locality Team
Location: Manchester City
Pay Rate: £35 per hour

Liquid Personnel is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their client’s Court and Locality Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and their families. This role involves identifying needs, ensuring safety, and monitoring progress in accordance with the Children Act, Service policies, and relevant legislation. Responsibilities also include managing and supervising child placements, and adhering to fostering and adoption standards.

Responsibilities:

• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people, and their families.
• Conduct thorough and timely assessments following regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborate with various agencies, children, and families in assessment and planning.
• Manage complex and diverse caseloads, maintaining high standards of casework.
• Mentor and support less experienced Social Workers, co-working cases as necessary.
• Develop care plans reflecting the views and wishes of children and young people.
• Maintain detailed case records and produce required reports.

Benefits:

• Make a Difference: Help change the lives of children and families.
• Great Team: Work with a supportive and collaborative team.
• Location: Enjoy the scenic beauty and vibrant community of Manchester.

Qualifications and Experience:

To succeed in this role, you must have Social Work England registration, be eligible to work in the UK, hold a degree-level qualification in Social Work, and have post-qualification experience.

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