Nutgrove Villa, Westmorland Road, Huyton , Knowsley , L36 6GA, Hybrid Working (Hybrid)
Permanent, Full time
Enhanced DBS check required
£41,511 - £42,708 per annum
Consideration will be given for part time working.
Experienced Social Worker [Children’s Social Care]
Pay Band L / SCP 32-33
£41,511 - £42,708 per annum - additional payments available via EDT working
Are you looking for your next step in Children’s Social Care?
‘Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the MJ Awards 2024. Come join us and be part of our future success!’
We have vacancies for Experienced Social Workers in our Child Protection Team
Here at Knowsley, we are committed to our children and families and we work hard to improve outcomes for our community. We have high aspirations for the children and young people we support and through innovation and investment we have a positive impact on family’s lives. At Knowsley, we believe, ‘We Are Better Together.’
We are currently seeking applications from Experienced Social Workers who share our vision for Knowsley. We want to be a place where all our children have the best start in life, where every family thrives and where all our young people aim high and achieve their potential.
‘There are many opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge. Managers recognise your potential and support your progression. Positive outcomes and feedback is recognised and acknowledged by senior management…. Knowsley is a great place to work’ - (Experienced Social Worker).
Our Child Protection Service
Social workers in our Child Protection Teams support children and their families via Child in Need Plans, Child Protection Plans and PLO Pre-Proceedings. Our small teams each have five social workers, an Advanced Social Worker and Team Manager. You will be supported to develop a relationship with your manager, have regular supervision, support from our Quality Assurance Team, excellent training opportunities and access to tools and resources to assist in your day-to-day practice.
You will have the opportunity to develop trusting relationships with children and their families, supporting them to achieve great outcomes and prevent children’s needs from escalating.
How to Apply:
You can book an interview now!
We are holding fortnightly interview panels - there’s no lengthy application forms, no shortlisting, just book an interview at a time that’s convenient for you. You can also view job descriptions and the benefits of working for Knowsley.
If you want to be part of a welcoming, friendly, supportive social work team, book an interview and send your CV and supporting statement to take the first step in joining us.
If you want to be part of a welcoming, friendly, supportive social work team, book an interview and send your CV and supporting statement to take the first step in joining us.
We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.
At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working. For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time.
Please note - In order to apply for a Social Work role with Knowsley you must have the right to work in the UK and hold either a work permit or a visa. Proof of these documents will be required with your application. At this current time, Knowsley Council are unable to provide sponsorship for international applicants.
In some circumstance a relocation package may be available.
What you can expect from us:
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.
For further details about available posts, please contact:
Gavin Byrom, Team Manager tracey.brydson@knowsley.gov.uk
Closing Date: Sunday, 1st December 2024
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