Qualified Social Worker

Join Liverpool Children's Services as an Experienced Children's Social Worker (Permanence Teams)

Are you a Children's Social Worker with over 3 years of post-qualification experience, seeking a rewarding opportunity? Liverpool Children's Services is looking for skilled professionals to join our Permanence Teams and make a lasting difference in the lives of Children in Care and Looked After Children.

Why Join Us?

At Liverpool, we are committed to collaborative practice improvement and creating a supportive environment where social work can thrive. Led by a high-quality senior leadership team, we share a common goal of improving outcomes for children and families in our city.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct Work with Children: Engage effectively with children and young people, using your excellent communication and interpersonal skills to ensure their voices are heard.
• Care and Placement Planning: Develop and implement care and placement plans with a focus on long-term improved outcomes, stability, and meeting individual needs.
• Risk Management: Minimise risk with a methodical, organised approach that ensures safe and appropriate placements.
• Collaboration: Work alongside our Family Group Conference Service, family support workers, and an extensive Early Help Offer to provide comprehensive support to children and families.

What We Offer:

• Contract Stability: A minimum initial contract of 3 months to support continuity for the children and young people you work with.
• Competitive Pay: Up to £42 per hour (Ltd), based on experience.
• Work-Life Balance: A 35-hour workweek and a hybrid working model with 3 days per week in Liverpool.
• Supportive Team Environment: Join a welcoming and dedicated team, led by a stable and experienced permanent management group, with regular reflective supervision to support your practice.
• ICT Support: We provide the necessary tech and support to help you work efficiently.

Why Liverpool?

Liverpool is well-connected by rail and road, making it easily accessible from nearby cities and towns. Our service provides you with the tools, support, and flexibility needed to thrive in your role.

Randstad Benefits:

• Hybrid Working: Flexibility to balance your professional and personal life.
• Mileage Reimbursement: Get compensated for the miles you travel.
• Dedicated Supervision: Receive ongoing support and guidance.
• Single Point of Contact: A dedicated consultant to assist you every step of the way.
• Professional Development: Access to our e-learning platform to keep your CPD and training up to date.
• Weekly Payroll: Enjoy competitive rates with prompt, weekly payments.
• Stay Informed: Weekly mailers to keep you updated with locum opportunities in your area.
• Referral Bonus: Earn up to £300 for referring a friend or colleague (Terms & Conditions apply).
• Exclusive Benefits: Free healthcare and financial advice, plus access to hundreds of discounts through the Happi App.

Essential Criteria:

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in Children's Social Work, particularly with Children in Care and Looked After Children.
• ASYE Completed: Applicants must have successfully completed their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE).

Join Us on Our Journey This is an exciting time for Liverpool Children's Services, and we invite experienced social workers to be part of our mission. If you're passionate about creating positive change for children and families, we'd love to hear from you!

To learn more or apply, contact Cameron at 0330 024 8775, or click Apply Below, and we'll be in touch soon.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

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