Social Worker / Senior – CP / CiN

Liquid Personnel; England; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive social care organization in Suffolk is seeking an experienced Social Worker and Senior Social Worker to lead cases and mentor colleagues. The role offers a £36,124 – £45,595 salary per annum, with attractive benefits including a Lease Car Scheme, up to 29 days annual leave, and a Local Government Pension Scheme. Candidates should have significant frontline experience in safeguarding and be registered with Social Work England. Join a people-first organization committed to children's welfare.

Benefits

Lease Car Scheme

Flexible Working Model

29 days Annual Leave Entitlement plus bank holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme

Free car parking

3 protected CPD days

Qualifications

• Significant senior level frontline experience in a safeguarding team.
• Recent experience of case work in Assessments, Child Protection, Children Looked After and Care Proceedings.
• Knowledge of key legislation and ability to use a strengths-based approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex cases with confidence and clarity.
• Mentor and support less experienced colleagues.
• Champion values-led, motivational practice that delivers real impact.
• Collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams to shape outcomes and service.
• Work with children under s17 / s47 assessments, child protection plans, and child in need cases.

Skills

Communication

Analysis

Safeguarding

Education

Registered with Social Work England

Completed ASYE

Job description

Social Worker / Senior Social Worker

Team: Family Safeguarding

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

• Salary: SW: £36,124 – £39,513 per annum, plus £4,000 annual retention payment (pro rata for part time)
• SSW: £40,215 – £45,595 per annum, plus £3,500 annual retention payment (pro rata for part time)

Liquid Personnel are currently recruiting for an experienced Social Worker within Suffolk.

Are you an experienced social worker ready to take the next bold step in your career? Join a progressive and people-first organisation in Suffolk, where your expertise drives transformation and empowers children and families.

Why Join?

We believe exceptional care for children begins with empowering the professionals who serve them. That’s why we create an environment where social workers flourish—personally, professionally, and emotionally. Our practice culture is recognised for its effectiveness and real-world impact, staff report strong support, meaningful supervision, and continuous development.

Benefits

• Lease Car Scheme + Up to £8,000 Relocation Support and a welcome loan of up to £2,000 for new social workers moving to Suffolk.
• Flexible Working Model
• Up to 29 days Annual Leave Entitlement plus bank holidays
• An addition uplift of 3 annual leave days
• Membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Free car parking
• 3 protected CPD days per annum

What You’ll Do

• Lead complex cases with confidence and clarity
• Mentor and support less experienced colleagues
• Champion values-led, motivational practice that delivers real impact
• Collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams to shape outcomes and service
• Work with children under s17 / s47 assessments, child protection plans, and child in need cases

Help us change lives by giving children the best start in theirs.

What We’re Looking For

• Registered with Social Work England
• Completed ASYE
• Happy to travel and use public transport or have a license and access to your own vehicle.
• Significant senior level frontline experience in a safeguarding team.
• Recent experience of case work in Assessments, Child Protection, Children Looked After and Care Proceedings.
• Excellent communication, analysis, and safeguarding skills.
• Knowledge of key legislation and ability to use a strengths-based approach.

Ready to make a difference from day one? Apply now and be a key part of a dedicated team working together to keep children safe.

If you would like to know more information, please contact 02033193129.