Qualified Social Worker

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Job title:

Qualified Social Worker
Job Category:
Social Care Qualified

Location:

Westmorland Road, Huyton, Knowsley, Merseyside, L36 6GA
, Knowsley Borough Council
Hours Per Week : 36.00
Pay £23.75 per hour 3 days office, 2 days remote
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Agency Social Worker to join Knowsley Council’s Children Looked After service.

This is a rewarding role offering the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people while working within a highly supportive local authority.

• Children subject to care proceedings
• Children in care (LAC)
• Care planning, permanence, and pathway planning
• Preparing reports and attending court
• Working collaboratively with legal services and partner agencies

This role offers a great opportunity to engage in purposeful, child‑centred practice with a focus on achieving stability and positive outcomes for children.

Knowsley Council is known for being a highly supportive and welcoming local authority, making it an excellent place for agency social workers to thrive.

• A supportive and approachable management team
• Regular, reflective supervision to support practice and wellbeing
• A strong team ethos, with experienced colleagues who value collaboration
• Well‑structured services and clear processes
• A commitment to good social work practice and positive outcomes

• Hybrid working model: 3 days office‑based, 2 days working from home
• Focus on maintaining a strong work‑life balance
• Flexibility to support productivity and wellbeing

• Qualified Social Worker (Social Work England registered)
• Experience in Children Looked After and court proceedings
• Strong assessment, planning, and court report writing skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multi‑agency setting
• Commitment to delivering high‑quality, relationship‑based practice

This is an exciting opportunity for an agency social worker looking to join a supportive, forward‑thinking local authority where your work is valued and your development is encouraged.