Social Workers in the Northwest Required!

Leaders In Care Ltd; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputed local authority in the North West is seeking an experienced Child Protection Social Worker. The role involves managing complex cases, conducting assessments, and collaborating with multi-agency partners in a supportive environment. Key benefits include strong management support, flexible working, ongoing training, and a £500 referral bonus for recommendations. This is a long-term contract role of 12+ months.

Benefits

Strong management team support

Ongoing training and professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Long-term contracts

Competitive pay rates

£500 referral bonus

Access to future roles early

Regular contact for well-being support

Qualifications

• Must be fully registered with Social Work England.
• Experience in managing complex cases and legal proceedings is required.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding practices is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of complex child protection cases.
• Complete assessments and attend case conferences.
• Work closely with multi-agency partners.

Skills

Qualified Social Worker

Frontline experience in Child Protection

Case management

Understanding of statutory frameworks

Safeguarding practice

Job description

Stable Long-Term Contract | Strong Management Support | High Referral Bonus | Flexible Working | Court Work

We are currently working with a large, well-established local authority in the North West that is looking to strengthen its Child Protection team. This authority is committed to delivering high-quality services and has built a reputation for strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and investing in its workforce.

This is a great opportunity for experienced Social Workers who want to be part of a fast-paced but well-supported Child Protection service that places the safety and welfare of children at the heart of practice. You will manage a caseload of complex child protection cases, complete assessments, attend case conferences, and work closely with multi-agency partners.

Key Benefits:

• Strong and visible management team providing consistent support
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
• Long-term contracts (12+ months) for security and consistency
• Competitive rates of pay reflective of experience
• £500 referral bonus if you recommend a suitable colleague
• Access to future roles before they go to market
• Regular contact from Leaders in Care to ensure well-being and support
• A structured, high-performing service with clear processes

About You:

• Qualified Social Worker
• Fully registered with Social Work England
• Recent frontline experience in Child Protection
• Confident managing complex cases, assessments, and legal proceedings
• Strong understanding of statutory frameworks and safeguarding practice

If you’re an experienced Child Protection Social Worker ready to make an impact in a high-performing North West authority, we’d love to hear from you.

For a confidential chat or more information, contact Nathan: Call: 07401 281738 Email: [e-mail]