Social Worker, Family Advocacy & Support Services

Overview

Social Worker - Cheshire West and Chester Council. Are you an experienced social worker passionate about making a positive difference in children’s lives? We are currently seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join our Permanence Team based in Ellesmere Port. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional to contribute to critical family and children services through a 13-month contract, with competitive pay rates and a supportive working environment.

• Managing a manageable caseload with the support of supervision and team resources
• Conducting assessments, planning, and reviewing case progress
• Developing and implementing permanency plans tailored to each child's needs
• Working collaboratively with foster carers, adoptive families, and external agencies
• Upholding safeguarding standards at all times
• Maintaining detailed, accurate case records in line with policy and statutory requirements
• Participating in regular team meetings, supervision, and CPD activities

• Bring significant experience working within a Permanence Team or with Children in Care
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Have a full UK driving license and reside within reasonable distance to Ellesmere Port (please indicate location on CV)
• Be prepared to work hybrid, with regular presence at our Ellesmere Port office

• Competitive pay rates agency contract pay rate £38.02 Ltd inclusive of holiday pay or 29.69 exclusive of holiday pay
• Free parking at all localities
• Access to in-house training and ongoing professional development (CPD)
• Supportive supervision and manageable caseloads
• Opportunity to work within a stable team of experienced social workers and permanent Team Managers
• Hybrid working arrangements to balance office and remote work

If you are a committed Social Worker ready to make a lasting impact, apply today! Please contact our recruitment consultant:

• Consultant Name Delanie Heyes
• Email: (url removed)
• Phone: (phone number removed)

We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our dynamic team

• Job Title:
  
  Social Worker
• Company:
  Service Care Solutions
• Location:
  
  Warrington, Cheshire
• Posted:
  Oct 22nd 2025
• Closes:
  Nov 22nd 2025
• Sector:
  Social Care
• Contract:
  
  Contract
• Hours:
  
  Full Time