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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Job Title: &nbsp;Short Breaks Support Worker (Unqualified)A bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place.&nbsp;We've got ambitious targets to meet by 2025 and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities.&nbsp; &nbsp;Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!Our Practice Model – “Our City, Our Children, Together” – was chosen by colleagues, parents and carers, children, and young people to reflect our collective commitment to working collaboratively, it is more than just a practice model, it is a shared vision. Every part of this model has been co-produced with the people who access and deliver our services.&nbsp;It represents our values, our relationships, and our belief that, by working together, we can create the best outcomes for children, young people, and their networks. This is a model we can be proud of and one that truly belongs to all of us.The Role:&nbsp;<ul><li>As a Short Breaks Support Worker you will have previous experience in directly working and supporting disabled children and their families</li><li>The Short &nbsp;Breaks Support Worker will also be responsible to support disabled children attend various friendship groups in the community to develop their independence, so you will have strong knowledge of safeguarding procedures</li><li>The Short Breaks Support Worker will be commitment to working 1 evening and 1 weekend session per week, with additional hours available in school holidays, so you will need to have a flexible approach and be a key team player</li><li>We are Ofsted registered and all children who attend our Children’s Centre, have fun and enjoy and achieve, so the Short Breaks Support Worker will assist in facilitating this in a safe environment</li><li>We provide paid training for all staff in First Aid, epilepsy, moving and handling, food hygiene and TEAM TEACH which is a positive behaviour management intervention</li></ul>We have 5 and 8 hour positions available, the salary will be pro rata to reflect this.Our offer to you:<ul><li>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li><li>Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li><li>Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme</li><li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li><li>Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li><li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li><li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li><li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li><li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li><li>Medicash&nbsp;</li></ul>Next steps: Closing date: midnight Monday 24 November 2025 Shortlisting date: week commencing 24 November 2025 Interview date:week commencing Monday 1 December 2025We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.Please note: this vacancy is classified as a politically restricted position.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Carol See at <a href="mailto:carol.see@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">carol.see@liverpool.gov.uk</a>Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.&nbsp;Please be advised it is our understanding that this role does not meet the requirements of a skilled worker visa as set out by UK Visa and Immigration <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes</a> . For details regarding the salary of a skilled worker visa please visit Home Office: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list</a>This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.

Liverpool City Council

Liverpool City Council needs you!

Short Breaks Support Worker (Unqualified)

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Job Title: Deputy Team Manager - Safeguarding ServiceA bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place.&nbsp;We've got ambitious targets to meet by 2025 and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities.&nbsp; &nbsp;Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!Our Practice Model – “Our City, Our Children, Together” – was chosen by colleagues, parents and carers, children, and young people to reflect our collective commitment to working collaboratively, it is more than just a practice model, it is a shared vision. Every part of this model has been co-produced with the people who access and deliver our services.&nbsp;It represents our values, our relationships, and our belief that, by working together, we can create the best outcomes for children, young people, and their networks. This is a model we can be proud of and one that truly belongs to all of us.The Role:<ul><li>The Deputy Team Manager will be a qualified, SWE actively registered social worker and experienced within Children’s Social Care</li><li>As a Safeguarding non-case holding Deputy Team Manager, you will need a robust understanding of children and young people’s whole journey ensuring that they are protected from significant harm and their life chances are maximised. You will need to have the ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with key partners.</li><li>As a Deputy Team Manager you will have sound knowledge and understanding of all children’s legislation, particularly statutory guidance, policies, procedures and frameworks.&nbsp;You will actively engage in risk management, advising the Team Manager of resource shortfalls and recommend improvements</li><li>As Deputy Team Manager you will embed a high-performance high-quality culture by supporting the team with the Team Manager to continually develop their social work practice skills and achieve best practice through continuous improvement, so they can achieve the best outcomes possible for those we care for</li><li>The Deputy Team Manager will support in the recruitment, induction, supervision and training of the team, you’ll champion your team’s personal and professional growth and health and wellbeing, ensuring an inclusive approach</li></ul>Our offer to you:<ul><li>At least 31 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 35 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li><li>Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li><li>Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme</li><li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li><li>Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li><li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li><li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li><li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li><li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li><li>Medicash&nbsp;</li></ul>Next steps: Closing date midnight 2 December 2025 Shortlisting date: Wednesday 3 December 2025 Interview date: Thursday 11 December 2025We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.Please note this:vacancy is classified as a politically restricted position.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Harriet Cadman, Recruitment and Retention Lead, <a href="mailto:harriet.cadman@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">harriet.cadman@liverpool.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.

Deputy Team Manager - Safeguarding Service

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1255/CVP_0475_-_Conditions_of_Service_-_October_25.pdf" target="_blank">CVP_0475_-_Conditions_of_Service_-_October_25</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1256/CVP_0475_-_Job_Description_Perpetraor_Case_Manager_NEW_2025.pdf" target="_blank">CVP_0475_-_Job_Description_Perpetraor_Case_Manager_NEW_2025</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1257/CVP_0475_-_Person-Specification-Perpetrator_Case_Manager-2025.pdf" target="_blank">CVP_0475_-_Person-Specification-Perpetrator_Case_Manager-2025</a></li>
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Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024.
We are an Accredited employer under the <a href="https://www.liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk/fair-employment-charter" target="_blank">Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter</a>, demonstrating that we are committed to the principle of fair employment and we are dedicated to providing a healthy, fair, inclusive and just workplace.
Come join us and be part of our success:
<ul>
<li>Are you passionate about tackling Domestic Abuse?</li>
<li>Do you have the skills and experience to hold perpetrators to account for abusive patterns of behaviours?</li>
<li>Do you have a track record of working with complex need service users?</li>
</ul>
If so, you may be the perfect candidate for this role.
As a Perpetrator Case Manager, you will make safe contact and work with those causing harm on a one-to-one basis, seeking genuine engagement as you create opportunities for behavioural change by delivering co-ordinated intervention plans.&nbsp;
You will work with statutory, non-statutory and the third sector partners, to remove excuses for abusive behaviour, and contribute towards mitigating the known risks to both adult and child victim-survivors of domestic abuse whilst delivering a locally designed intervention which aims to challenge abusive behaviours and promote understanding of the impact that domestic abuse has on Knowsley Communities and specifically victim-survivors.
This role is based in Knowsley and will involve travel within the Borough on a daily basis therefore a full driving license and access to a vehicle are essential to the role.
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.
See the benefits of working for Knowsley MBC <a href="https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes" target="_blank">https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes</a>.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.
At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact:&nbsp;
Nicola Haigh: <a href="mailto:Nicola.haigh@knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">Nicola.haigh@knowsley.gov.uk</a>
Collette Rivers: <a href="mailto:Collette.rivers@knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">Collette.rivers@knowsley.gov.uk</a>
Interviews to be held Thursday, 11th December 2025
If you are interested in this vacancy, please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. Your CV and supporting statement should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification.
Please note if a CV and supporting statement does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted.

Knowsley Council

Perpetrator Case Manager

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Job Title: Senior PractitionerA bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place.&nbsp;We've got ambitious targets to meet by 2025 and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities.&nbsp;&nbsp; Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!The Role:<ul><li>As a Senior Practitioner you will embed a strength-based approach to assessment with outcomes where people have wider choice and control over their well-being.</li><li>Through every interaction, the Senior Practitioner will apply the Prevent, Reduce, Delay principles of the care act to promote independence and wellbeing.</li><li>In the role as a Senior Practitioner, you’ll be required to provide professional leadership and supervision to social workers and social care practitioners in a designated area with focus on raising the standards of care that delivers improved outcomes for people.</li><li>Our Senior Practitioners support social workers and social care assessors to enable them to plan and co-design innovative individual care and support plans with service users and carers.</li><li>As the dedicated Senior Practitioner, you’ll ensure that regular monitoring and reviews of care and support plans are carried to check and confirm that the outcomes for the person are being addressed and met.</li><li>Within your role, you the Senior Practitioner &nbsp;will mentor staff to establish and adhere to quality practice standards, including budget and performance management.</li><li>All Senior Practitioner are responsible for social work provision including managing own caseload of complex cases whilst managing the reputation of the directorate and Council and complying with national and service procedures and guidance.</li><li>You, the Senior Practitioner will support the Team Manager in delivering high quality services and support to people, within agreed budgets and performance requirements.</li></ul>Our offer to you:<ul><li>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li><li>Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li><li>Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme</li><li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li><li>Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li><li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li><li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li><li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li><li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li><li>Medicash&nbsp;</li></ul>Next steps: Closing date: midnight Sunday 30th November 2025 Shortlisting date: Monday 1st December 2025 Interview date: Mondday 8th December 2025 Interview type: Face to face competency based interviewWe reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.Please note: this vacancy is classified as a politically restricted position.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Katie Morgan via email <a href="mailto:katie,morgan@liverpool..gov.uk" target="_blank">katie.morgan@liverpool..gov.uk</a> or 07900 701 064.Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.

Senior Practitioner

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1230/CVP_0344_-_MST-CAN_FRS_Job-Description_May-2025.pdf" target="_blank">CVP_0344_-_MST-CAN_FRS_Job-Description_May-2025</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1231/CVP_0344_-_MST-CAN_FRS_Person-Specification_May-2025.pdf" target="_blank">CVP_0344_-_MST-CAN_FRS_Person-Specification_May-2025</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1234/CVP_0344_-_Conditions_of_Service.pdf" target="_blank">CVP_0344_-_Conditions_of_Service</a></li>
</ul>

Your Application Form should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification. Please note if an Application Form does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted. To upload your Application Form you will need to click on the link below and create an account with Jobs Go Public if you have not already done so.
You will also be required to input your name and email address and will be invited to complete an equal opportunities questionnaire.
Knowsley Council is an award winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024. Come join us and be part of our success.
There is an exciting opportunity to join the Knowsley MST-CAN service [Multisystemic Therapy for Child Abuse and Neglect] as a Family Resource Specialist.
We are looking for a dedicated and resilient person to join our small and friendly team.
MST-CAN works with the families of children open to Knowsley Children’s Social Care who are at risk of removal due to physical abuse or neglect. We work with the families by following the MST-CAN model, aiming to significantly reduce risk so that children can remain safely at home.
You must therefore have the skills to work with both children and adults facing multiple and complex difficulties, and the tenacity to continue to work with families despite being faced with reluctant engagement or typical trauma responses.&nbsp; You must also be open to entering homes where there can be significant levels of neglect
You will play an important part in service delivery, helping families to overcome practical barriers such as housing and debt so they can access the MST-CAN intervention.&nbsp; You will be directed tasks by the&nbsp;Therapists, but must also have the initiative to follow through pieces of work independently whilst communicating updates appropriately to the Therapist and Supervisor via weekly paperwork and clinical supervision.
You will develop links with other local agencies to ensure a systemic support network for families and be able to work in a flexible way; this will include occasional evening and weekend working. You will be given full training in the MST model and MST-CAN adaptation techniques as well as being supported throughout interventions by the MST-CAN Supervisor, MST-CAN Consultant and MST-CAN Therapists. You must be able to attend the MST 5-day training, MST-CAN 4-day training and 4-day trauma training which may be away from the locality and require overnight stays. If you enjoy working in a challenging yet rewarding role with ongoing learning and strong supervisory/team support, then this may be the job for you.
At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working.&nbsp; For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours
We welcome applications from residents and beyond, 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.
See the benefits of working for Knowsley MBC&nbsp;<a href="https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes" target="_blank">https://www.knowsley.gov.uk/yes</a>.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.
At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact:
Sarah Ritson, MST-CAN Supervisor, on 07810054008 for an informal conversation

MST-CAN Family Resource Specialist

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1208/Child_Protection_-_Experienced_Social_Worker_-_Job_Description.pdf" target="_blank">Child_Protection_-_Experienced_Social_Worker_-_Job_Description</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1209/Child_Protection_-_Experienced_Social_Worker_-_Person_Specification.pdf" target="_blank">Child_Protection_-_Experienced_Social_Worker_-_Person_Specification</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1210/CWD_-_Experienced_Social_Worker_-_Job_Description.pdf" target="_blank">CWD_-_Experienced_Social_Worker_-_Job_Description</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1211/CWD_-_Experienced_Social_Worker_-_Person_Specification.pdf" target="_blank">CWD_-_Experienced_Social_Worker_-_Person_Specification</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1213/Conditions_of_Service_-_updated.pdf" target="_blank">Conditions_of_Service_-_updated</a></li></ul>

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Are you a Qualified Social Worker?
Do you want to make a difference to the lives of Children and Families through effective Social Care?&nbsp; Do you want to be part of a team that cares and will value your knowledge, experience and you as a person? Then Knowsley Children’s Services could be the place for you.&nbsp;
See what our staff say about working with Knowsley Children's Services: <a href="https://youtu.be/oMH7chd4Qrc" target="_blank">watch here</a>
Be part of what we are building.&nbsp;
Following our recent Ofsted inspection, our Children’s Social Care Services (CSC) department are on an improvement journey - one we would love you to join us on!&nbsp;
Want to work with:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>A friendly, supportive team who genuinely cares about their employees?</li>
<li>A smaller local authority in easy commuting distance from across the North West with hybrid working options?</li>
<li>Somewhere you can really make a difference to the lives of our Children and Young People</li>
</ul>
Then this may be the role for you...&nbsp;&nbsp;
We have high aspirations for our children and young people and are determined to work together to make the necessary improvements and get to ‘good’ whilst always aiming higher. This is an exciting time to join our service - improving CSC is one of the Council’s main priorities; there’s significant investment in the service, expertise on-hand and opportunities for you to make a real difference; helping to shape the future delivery of CSC for the benefit of our children and young people.&nbsp;&nbsp;
If you choose to join us, you will be coming to an inclusive, supportive, and friendly team.  We have a new engaging and ambitious leadership team in place, who will ensure that you work in an environment where you feel recognised, valued, and listened to.  As a service we offer flexible working, manageable caseloads and a vast array of employee benefits details of which can be found below.  We welcome you to come and join us on this exciting journey– in return we promise to support, develop, and help you achieve your goals.&nbsp;
We are looking for Experienced Social Workers across many of our services including Children with Disabilities, Child Protection, Children looked After and Young Person's Team.&nbsp;&nbsp;
To be successful you will be a qualified, experienced social worker and you will be professionally registered with Social Work England.&nbsp; You will be committed to making a difference for Children, Young People and their families and you’ll be a great communicator able to quickly build good relationships.&nbsp; It’s important you actively invest in your continuous professional development, and we will support you to do this.&nbsp;
Our offer to you:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>We are a Disability Confident Employer, meaning we offer Inclusive &amp; accessible recruitment, offering an interview to disabled people, providing reasonable adjustments, &amp; supporting existing employees. </li>
<li>Flexible working, Hybrid working arrangements &amp; family friendly initiatives; Our flexible working scheme allows you to manage your hours &amp; plan your life more easily. 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.</li>
<li>Generous Holiday Entitlement: starting at 28 days leave with an option to buy additional 10 days leave </li>
<li>Manageable Workloads - directors of our service work closely with the Heads of Service &amp; Team Managers to ensure caseloads are manageable &amp; you are supported. </li>
<li>Differentiated sickness absence for individuals living with a disability. </li>
<li>Menopause policy supporting women in the workplace. </li>
<li>Local Government Pension Scheme </li>
<li>Newly Developed Bespoke Four-Week Induction Programme </li>
<li>High Quality IT Kit supporting agile working arrangements </li>
<li>Learning &amp; Career Development: We have a wide range of blended learning opportunities available to all employees, which will be relevant to your job &amp; progression </li>
<li>Supportive Practice Improvement Team – we have a team of experienced staff who build positive working relationships with staff to work alongside you to embed learning from audits or reviews.</li>
<li>A range of Workers Groups, , Black &amp; Minority Workers' Group, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Forum, Neurodiverse Staff Support Group. </li>
<li>Well-being Support: We want to improve the well-being of our employees both in &amp; out of the workplace </li>
<li>Apprenticeship Offer </li>
<li>Secondment Opportunities </li>
<li>MyTime – our monthly supervisions scheduled with you. This is your one-to-one time solely focused on your career development </li>
<li>Reflective Supervision - 4 weekly </li>
<li>Access to Signs of Safety Group Supervision </li>
<li>Newly Developed Progression Pathway </li>
<li>Learning at Work Week: A yearly celebration awards to recognise &amp; celebrate individual practice across the council</li>
<li>Visible and accessible Leadership including Monthly Principal Social Worker (PSW) drop-in sessions </li>
<li>Themed Practice Learning Week: Providing a range of bitesize learning opportunities. </li>
<li>Currently Offering Free Parking </li>
<li>Cycle to Work Scheme: We are committed to greener transport solutions. Our scheme entitles you to significant discounts on the price of a new bike &amp; safety equipment. </li>
<li>Bank holidays</li>
<li>Eye Tests: We provide all display screen users with a free eye test on request. We have a corporate eye care scheme which includes a contribution to the cost of glasses </li>
<li>Free Refreshments – Tea, Coffee and Milk</li>
<li>Discounted Gym Membership </li>
<li>Credit Union Membership </li>
<li>VIVUP Discounts &amp; Savings The program offers a staff discount scheme. </li>
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Please note that sponsorship is not available for this post
Application Process&nbsp;
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.&nbsp;
At Knowsley we value our applicants and want you to feel well-informed and welcome. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact Laverne Bell-Jones on Tel: 07553620733&nbsp;/ Laura Knights on Tel: 07553619228&nbsp;
If you are interested in any of these vacancies, please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. Your CV and supporting statement should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification. Please note your supporting statement should not exceed 1–2 pages in length.

Experienced Social Worker (Children's Services)

Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team:You’ll be joining a supportive team that values collaboration, reflection, and shared learning. The team works flexibly across local communities, meeting families where they are to build meaningful relationships and achieve the best outcomes for children. As the role involves travel within the community, a car user allowance is provided to support the delivery of this vital, family-focused service.Hours: 37 per weekYour Contributions:As our Family Group Decision Making Team Manager, you’ll lead the design, development, and delivery of Halton’s Family Group Decision Making service. You’ll inspire and guide a skilled team to deliver high-quality, timely Family Group Conferences and Family Network Meetings that prioritise children’s needs and families’ voices. With strong experience in children’s social care, restorative practice, and FGDM delivery, you’ll demonstrate excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills, driving a clear vision for family-led planning that reduces risk, builds resilience, and keeps families together.Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Flexible working arrangements </li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li></ul>Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Matthew Browne – <a href="mailto:Matthew.Browne@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Matthew.Browne@halton.gov.uk</a>Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 8th December 2025.At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.We look forward to receiving your application!





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Family Group Decision Making Manager

Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team:You’ll be joining a supportive team that values collaboration, reflection, and shared learning. The team works flexibly across local communities, meeting families where they are to build meaningful relationships and achieve the best outcomes for children. As the role involves travel within the community, a car user allowance is provided to support the delivery of this vital, family-focused service.Hours: 37 per weekYour Contributions:This is an exciting opportunity to work with children, families, and professionals to lead Family Group Conferences and Family Network Meetings. As a Family Group Decision Making Practitioner, you will help families come together to understand concerns and create their own effective plans that prioritise children’s safety and well-being. You will build trust, promote open and solution-focused discussions, and ensure meetings are well-organised, and outcome-driven. Alongside facilitating and recording meetings, you’ll contribute to performance reports and promote a culture of restorative, family-led decision-making.You should have experience working with children and families, ideally in social care, education, or community settings. Strong communication and facilitation skills, emotional resilience, and a commitment to empowering families are essential. You will value inclusion, collaboration, and safeguarding, understand restorative practices, and be able to manage multiple cases while working flexibly to meet families’ diverse needs.Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Flexible working arrangements </li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul>Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Matthew Browne – <a href="mailto:Matthew.Browne@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Matthew.Browne@halton.gov.uk</a>.Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 8th December 2025.At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.We look forward to receiving your application!





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Family Group Decision Making Practitioner

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There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.
Independent Fostering Panel Member (Wirral Council)
Fees are £120 per session which includes reading and preparation time.&nbsp;
Are you passionate about improving the lives of children and young people? Do you have the experience, insight, and commitment to contribute to high-quality decision-making in fostering? Wirral Council is seeking Independent Panel Members to join our Fostering Panel, which plays a vital role in ensuring that children in care are placed with foster families who can meet their needs and help them thrive.
Panels are held 3 times per month at Wallasey Town Hall on a Thursday, and members are expected to attend approximately one panel per six weeks with flexibility, depending on availability and panel business.
About the Role:
As an Independent Panel Member, you will be part of a multi-disciplinary panel that considers:
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<li>Applications to become foster carers Reviews of existing foster carers</li>
<li>Long-term matches between children and carers</li>
<li>Changes to approval status</li>
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You will contribute to robust, child-centred recommendations that support safe, nurturing, and inclusive placements.
About the Candidate:
We welcome applications from individuals with professional or personal experience in fostering, social care, education, health, or related fields. You should have a strong understanding of the needs of children and young people in care with an awareness of fostering legislation and safeguarding principles. You must possess excellent listening and communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively and respectfully within a panel setting with a commitment to equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practices.
Why Join Wirral Council’s Fostering Panel?
Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families. Be part of a supportive, values-led team. Contribute your expertise to a vital public service. Receive professional development and recognition for your contribution.
Additional Information:
You will be required to attend an interview. Training and support will be provided to ensure you are confident in your role. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families across Wirral.
If you would like to discuss this role, please contact: <a href="mailto:lisagreenhalghyoung@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">lisagreenhalghyoung@wirral.gov.uk</a>
This post requires a DBS check. The Safer Recruitment &amp; Employment Policy and the Disclosures for Recruitment Procedure can be found at : <a href="https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment" target="_blank">https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment</a>
If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href="mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk" target="_blank">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.
We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.
It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.
Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.
Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.&nbsp; Forms received via the post will not be processed.
All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.
The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.
We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. Therefore, any candidates submitted via a recruitment agency will not be considered for this role.

Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council

Independent Fostering Panel Member

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Community Mental Health Team (South Sefton Waterloo)
A suitably qualified and experienced Social Worker is required to join Sefton’s Adult Community Mental Health Team within South Sefton. &nbsp;Applications are welcome from all qualified social workers but preference will be given to those who are eligible to practice as an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP). If you are not a qualified AMHP, training will be provided, which is part of the remit of working within adult mental health. &nbsp;
Sefton’s Community Mental Health Teams, are integrated, working with many other disciplines, in order to provide a seamless, and holistic service . The teams provide a comprehensive and dynamic service to adults between the ages of 16 and 65 who require support from secondary mental health services.
Social workers located within the team provide a service in line with the principles of the Care Act (2014), Mental Capacity Act (2005), and Mental Health Act (1983), alongside many other legal frameworks. The role covers the wide range of social work activities, including safeguarding. &nbsp;&nbsp;Eligibility to practice as an AMHP or willingness to train is an essential part of the role.&nbsp;
The post offers a competitive salary, pension scheme, regular supervision and flexible working policy.&nbsp; Strong training opportunities are provided by both Sefton Council and Mersey Care NHS Trust aimed at promoting continuous professional development.
Should you wish to discuss this opportunity please contact Mary Helsby &nbsp;Service Manager on 07800 917481 .
Interviews in person on the 4th December 2025 at Magdalen House 30 Trinity Road Bootle L20 3NJ. &nbsp;

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council

Sefton Council LGA Peer Review - 2022

Social Worker - Adult Mental Health

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Our Social Care workforce provides services to children, young people and their families day in and day out, making a positive impact on the lives of people within the community. The dedication, professionalism and strength of our Children's workforce is demonstrated every day, and we welcome applications from experienced Social Workers who share our commitment and values and want to make a difference to our children and young people in St Helens. We are rated GOOD by Ofsted and OUTSTANDING with services for young people leaving care. People are the most important resource we have which is why in addition to our fantastic employee benefits, we are also currently offering an additional £4,000 Welcome Gesture to the first 6 Post Qualified Experienced Social Workers appointed from our new Social Worker recruitment campaign (Terms &amp; Conditions Apply, please contact us for further details).We’re looking for a compassionate and driven experienced Social Worker to join Family Help and Protection Service. If you believe every child deserves safety, stability, and a voice, this is your chance to make a lasting impact.You will carry a caseload and you will work with children subject to child protection plans, child in need plans, private fostering, and care proceedings including private and public law. You will work closely with families, partner agencies, and colleagues to assess risk, build safety, and support positive change.You’ll be at the frontline of safeguarding children, working with families to assess risk, build trust, and create safe environments. You’ll collaborate with multi-agency teams to deliver timely interventions and long-term support.The Family Help and Protection service benefits from a stable committed management team, a supportive network of colleagues and an infrastructure that enables successful social work. We are committed to working as a close knit and integrated team to deliver the best outcomes for our children. Due to internal progression this has created an opportunity within our service, we now have one Social Worker post available. This is a great time to join the team as we continue to grow as a service, progressing well and offering fantastic opportunities to grow and develop. We work closely with all out partners and share mutual expectations of trust and reliability. When you join us you will receive regular supervision, structured development, and opportunities for training and progression. <h1>People, Promotion, Progression &amp; Performance</h1>The St Helens Social Work Academy is in place to support you at every stage of your social work career with St Helens, helping on your social work journey and achieving better outcomes for our children and families.You can find out more about the Social Care Academy, Services and Social Work Teams by visiting our site here <a href="https://socialworkacademypartnership.sthelens.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Social Care Academy - Social Care Recruitment</a> <h1>Benefits That Make A Real Difference To Our Employees</h1>When you choose to work for St Helens Council you will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package including a wide range of financial options, benefits and rewards to support you and your family. Find out more here <a href="https://jobs.sthelens.gov.uk/CMS/CMSPage/23" target="_blank">St Helens Borough Council | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Employee Benefits</a><h1>The Fair Employment Charter</h1>St Helens Council has been officially recognised as one of the regions leading fair employers, achieving accredited status. The achievement is a testament to our teams. The Charter recognises the ongoing commitment to fair pay, secure work, training &amp; progression &amp; staff well-being whilst celebrating employers who go above and beyond for their workforce providing an inclusive and supportive environment<h1>Equality &amp; Diversity St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, and our commitment to inclusion. St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Leader. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process.</h1>These are hybrid posts &amp; will require you to be based at our offices and be able to attend the St Helens area regularly as part of your work.All Social Worker posts are subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure and Social Work England Registration.We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a sufficient number of applications.Use the Links below to share this advert on your Socials !

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Experienced Social Workers - Family Help and Protection

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Sefton Adult Social Care are looking to recruit a Lead Practitioner to the Mental Health South Social Work Team based at South Sefton Neighbourhood Centre Waterloo, to support the delivery of the Adult Community Mental Health Services in the South of the borough.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Social Worker with a background in Mental Health to develop their Social Work practice and operational management skills in a busy multidisciplinary team, working with a diverse and complex service user group.
The Mental Health Team &nbsp;are co-located on the same site as health colleagues employed by Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust in the South Sefton Community Mental Health Team (CMHT), working closely with a range of different professionals including Community Psychiatric Nurses, Consultant Psychiatrists, Occupational Therapists and Clinical Psychologists.
The Mental Health Team South is responsible for undertaking community and hospital-based casework for individuals with severe and enduring mental health problems, who are currently under the care of secondary mental health services, or detained/admitted to psychiatric hospital wards across the Local and Mid-Mersey Divisions.
The successful post holder will be highly experienced in undertaking a range of statutory interventions, including social care needs assessments under the Care Act 2014, Section 42 Safeguarding Enquiries, and excellent working knowledge of both the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007). Other relevant experience will include comprehensive knowledge of patient flow processes around hospital discharge planning, first hand experience of Court work, including COPDOL11 and Welfare Order Applications, and relevant experience working with service users in hospital and in the community on Forensic Sections, including Section 37/41 of the Mental Health Act, requiring Ministry of Justice oversight.
The successful post holder will be responsible for supporting the Social Work Team Manager in the delivery of statutory Adult Services to an excellent standard, and to ensure that all interventions under the Care Act 2014 are “strengths-based” in approach, and compatible with the national Adult Social Care CQC inspection framework.
The successful post holder will be expected to carry a small caseload of complex mental health cases, and to support the Social Work Team Manager with the operational management of the team, including but not limited to, attending multi-agency Professionals Meetings, chairing Safeguarding Strategy Meetings, overseeing and supporting the development of community assets under the Recovery Team model, and supporting ongoing staff development through mentoring, coaching and Supervision.
The successful applicant will ideally hold a PG Cert in Approved Mental Health Professional Practice (AMHP) and Best Interest Assessor (BIA) qualifications; or commit to undertaking the relevant training upon commencement of their post.
The successful applicant will be required to support the Sefton AMHP Service, including working on a duty AMHP rota in addition to their community-based responsibilities. Practice Educator qualification is also desirable.
For further information, please contact Mary Helsby Service Manager on 07800917481.
Who are we?
Sefton is a diverse and exciting local authority that is on a journey of aspiration and ambition as it works towards delivering its exciting Sefton 2030 Vision. This journey is shared with our partners and communities as we strive to ensure Sefton is a confident and connected Borough.
Sefton as a Place to Live and Work
Boasting 22 miles of stunning coastline, Sefton is a leading coastal tourist destination with a flourishing visitor economy. Spanning the busy Port of Liverpool, the famous Antony Gormley’s ‘Another Place’ installation, attractive beaches and dunes, to the resort town of Southport, the diversity of the Borough provides a unique mix of urban and natural setting.
This is a diverse and exciting Borough where people can enjoy a great work-life balance. With excellent transport links, Sefton is well placed for accessing cities across the Northwest, including Liverpool, Manchester and areas such as the Wirral, Halton and Knowsley.
This is an exciting time to come and work with us. We want to hear from people who possess drive and passion. We need committed Social Workers to support our development, improvement plans and outcomes for vulnerable adults in our community.
Our Vision and Journey so far….
Sefton Adult Social Care have high aspirations for the service to work with our most vulnerable residents to complete excellent person-centred and high-quality assessments, the outcomes of which will positively impact on well-being and support people to live healthier lives. We are in the process of expanding our early intervention and prevention offer to our residents, using innovative approaches and the latest technological solutions. Sefton Adult Social Care have an ethos of coproducing and codesigning services with our residents and stakeholders to ensure they meet the needs of our service users whilst ensuring that we respect people’s dignity, rights, and choices. As a service we recognise the importance of increasing choice enabling people to have control over their lives, and we are committed to improving outcomes and maximising independence of our service users.
What we require from you:
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<li>Social Work Degree or equivalent Social Work Qualification</li>
<li>Current registration with Social Work England</li>
<li>Current AMHP approval (if applicable)</li>
<li>High aspirations to improve the lives our most vulnerable residents</li>
<li>Exceptional knowledge of the Care Act</li>
<li>Ability to manage your own workload and to work independently as well as in a team.</li>
<li>Ability to make person centred, complex decisions, using evidence-based tools and analysis</li>
<li>Ability to provide management and supervision for qualified and unqualified workers and promote their development and high standards of practice</li>
<li>Ability to understand and demonstrate a commitment to equality and diversity</li>
<li>Ability to effectively undertake partnership working with all our stakeholders and further develop these relationships</li>
<li>Commitment to your own personal development and professional growth.</li>
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Our offer to you
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<li>To be part of an established, caring, and welcoming team</li>
<li>Manageable caseloads</li>
<li>Access to good quality, monthly, reflective supervision</li>
<li>A comprehensive induction programmes</li>
<li>A wide variety of career progression routes bespoke to individual training and development needs as identified in annual PDRs</li>
<li>Partnership with Research in Practice, providing access to online webinars, podcasts and materials linked to the latest research and policy updates to support your CPD and inform evidence-based reports</li>
<li>28 days annual leave rising to 33 days after 5 years continual service plus 8 bank holidays</li>
<li>Enhanced sick pay, maternity/adoption leave pay and maternity support leave schemes.</li>
<li>Excellent pension scheme.</li>
<li>Opportunities for agile/flexible working</li>
<li>Access to free eye tests and where appropriate, contribution towards spectacles</li>
<li>Discounted gym membership with all Active Sefton gyms</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Access to local benefits and discounts on products and services</li>
<li>Hybrid working e.g. the ability to work from home or office for some part of the working week</li>
<li>Occupational Health Service available to advise on work related health issues.</li>
<li>Commitment to supporting your emotional and mental health with access to a free and confidential employee counselling service</li>
<li>Assistance with relocation if eligible.</li>
<li>Access to our Professional Practice Forum</li>
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Interviews in person. 11/12/2025 &nbsp;at Magdalen House Trinity Road Bootle L20 3NJ

Lead Practitioner - Mental Health South

Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’.Our Team Come and join the Mental Health Social Work/AMHP Team- Runcorn/Widnes and Older Person’s CMHT in Halton. We are a small local authority which does not take long to travel across the borough. Halton is close to motorway networks including the M6, M62, M56 etc. We have a base in Vine Street resource centre- Widnes and The Brooker Centre- Runcorn- this offers flexibility to the team. Halton Borough Council also provide a generous essential car user allowance and a flexible working week. You can receive up to 34 days annual leave per annum (Plus bank holidays) and access to HBC’s lease Car, Bike Schemes, and free parking throughout your places of work. Bridge fees will also be paid in line with council business. Hours: 37 per weekYour Contributions:The Mental Health social work team works with adults, who meet the criteria in line with the Care Act and require support in relation to their mental health. We work closely with our Mental Health Trust colleagues to provide a responsive, holistic and recovery focussed response to adults with complex mental health needs.We are a well-established and stable team with supportive management. The managers in the team are experienced AMHP’s who will offer support and guidance. Our team has a mixture of experienced practitioners all willing to support new members to the team. We are a friendly and welcoming team. We are looking for qualified Approved Mental Health Professionals. HBC 9, Spinal Points 32-35- £42,839-£46,142- Approved Mental Health Professional (Pay award pending). Social, Workers will also receive in addition to their salary a £4,000 Market Supplement (pro rata) PLUS AMHP’s will also attract an additional £2000 per annum market supplement. PLUS Essential Car User allowance. You must be a qualified social worker registered with Social Work England, and a qualified Approved Mental Health Professional in order to perform the statutory duties of an AMHP for Halton Borough Council. As an Approved Mental Health Professional we also offer an additional £2,000 per year allowance and Essential Car user. The day time AMHP service includes the working hours between 9am- 5pm Monday- Friday. Relevant training is also provided to ensure professional development, access to support/advice, regular AMHP supervision with the AMHP Lead and monthly AMHP forums- where there will be cake! Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Flexible working arrangements </li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Essential car user allowance </li><li>Market supplement of up to £6k per annum</li></ul>Next Steps:For an informal discussion about this post, please contact (Steve Westhead/Maria Stracey) <a href="mailto:steve.westhead@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">steve.westhead@halton.gov.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:Maria.stracey@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Maria.stracey@halton.gov.uk</a>Interviews will be held in December 2025At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>





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Making a Difference as Senior Social Worker/ AMHP with the Emergency Duty TeamThe St Helens Emergency Duty Team, who are also commissioned by Halton LA, deliver an out of hours emergency response in respect of risk of immediate harm for People's Services. This encompasses immediate risk of harm to children and adults, mental Health support/ assessments, and homelessness. EDT’s primary office base is situated at Municipal Building in Widnes.The team operate using a hybrid shift working model which is inclusive of the opportunity to work from home during weekdays and overnight shifts dependent on the need and circumstances of the shift, however being office based is expected at weekend, day and evening shifts. As a member of the St Helens &amp; Halton EDT Service, you will be part of a skilled and professional team supported by experienced colleagues and Team Manager.Are you who we are looking for:<ul><li>Do you have the knowledge, skills and experience to deliver a high-quality service to vulnerable children and adults? </li><li>Are you an Approved Mental Health Professional, able to undertake Mental Health Act Assessments.</li><li>Do you have an awareness of the legislative and procedural issues relating to safeguarding work?</li><li>Can you operate with a high level of professional autonomy?</li></ul>If so we want to hear from you....Interested to Find Out More?'details of the working arrangements can be found in the information for candidates'For an informal Discussion, Please contact Janet Follin- Team Manager by email at <a href="mailto:janetfollin@sthelens.gov.uk" target="_blank">janetfollin@sthelens.gov.uk</a>Making a DifferenceWhatever stage of your career, working in the public sector puts you at the heart of communities. Our workforce provides services to our resident's day in and day out, making a positive impact on people’s lives. We could not do this without the dedication, professionalism and strength of our workforce. There are so many reasons to choose to work at St Helens Council including the fantastic range of employee benefits and rewards on offer..<a href="https://jobs.sthelens.gov.uk/" target="_blank">St Helens Borough Council | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Home Page</a>Roles That MatterFull Job Description &amp; Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.This post is subject to Enhanced DBS disclosure and Social Work EnglandWe reserve the right to close the advert early, with sufficient applications. Apply early to avoid disappointment.Share this vacancy with friends and family via your socials below!St Helens Council is officially recognised as one of the region’s leading fair employers, achieving accredited status under the Liverpool City Combined Authority Fair Employment Charter. The Charter recognises the ongoing commitment to fair pay, secure work, training &amp; progression &amp; staff well-being whilst celebrating employers who go above and beyond for their workforce providing an inclusive and supportive environment.Equality &amp; DiversityWe encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.All Council employees are required to abide by the ethical standards embodied by the 7 Nolan Principles

Senior Social Worker/ AMHP

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Our Social Care workforce provides services to children, young people and their families day in and day out, making a positive impact on the lives of people within the community. The dedication, professionalism and strength of our Children's workforce is demonstrated every day, and we welcome applications from both newly qualified and experienced Social Workers who share our commitment and values and want to make a difference to our children and young people in St Helens. We are rated GOOD by Ofsted and OUTSTANDING with services for young people leaving care. People are the most important resource we have which is why in addition to our fantastic employee benefits, we are also currently offering an additional £4,000 Welcome Gesture to the first 6 Post Qualified Experienced Social Workers appointed from our new Social Worker recruitment campaign (Terms &amp; Conditions Apply, please contact us for further details).<h1>At the Heart of Social Work in Children We Look After (CWLA)</h1>The CWLA teams are responsible for the care planning, safety and successful outcomes for children who are in our care long term.The CWLA Service benefits from an experienced, stable and committed management team, a supportive network of colleagues and an infrastructure than enables successful social work. We are committed to working as a close knit and integrated team to deliver the best outcomes for our children. Our Children know what they want from those of us who have the privilege to work with them in CWLA, and we have all signed up to a promise to deliver the best we can alongside our children and their carers.Following the promotion of two of our employees, we now have 2 Social Work positions available in CWLA. For both of these posts we welcome applications from both newly qualified or experienced social workers and will support your on your social work journey whatever stage you join us.This is a great time to join the team as we continue to grow as a service, progressing well and offering fantastic opportunities to grow and develop. We work closely with all our partners and share mutual expectations of trust and reliability.When you join us you will receive regular supervision, structured development and frequent opportunities to be involved in activities both internal and external to the Borough, including with our inspirational children’s group; Inner Vision, Outer Spark.For an informal conversation, please feel free to contact Head of Service Dominic Tumelty via <a href="mailto:dominictumelty@sthelens.gov.uk" target="_blank">dominictumelty@sthelens.gov.uk</a> <h1>People, Promotion, Progression &amp; Performance</h1>The St Helens Social Work Academy is in place to support you at every stage of your social work career with St Helens, helping on your social work journey and achieving better outcomes for our children and families.You can find out more about the Social Care Academy, Services and Social Work Teams by visiting our site here <a href="https://socialworkacademypartnership.sthelens.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Social Care Academy - Social Care Recruitment</a>The 12 month AYSE Programme is well established in St Helens, providing newly qualified social workers with the opportunity to develop skills and confidence in a structured and supportive environment. Our latest group of newly qualified social workers have recently been recognised for their achievements and successfully completing the AYSE programme with us.<h1>Benefits That Make A Real Difference To Our Employees</h1>When you choose to work for St Helens Council you will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package including a wide range of financial options, benefits and rewards to support you and your family. Find out more here <a href="https://jobs.sthelens.gov.uk/CMS/CMSPage/23" target="_blank">St Helens Borough Council | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Employee Benefits</a><h1>The Fair Employment Charter</h1>St Helens Council has been officially recognised as one of the regions leading fair employers, achieving accredited status. The achievement is a testament to our teams. The Charter recognises the ongoing commitment to fair pay, secure work, training &amp; progression &amp; staff well-being whilst celebrating employers who go above and beyond for their workforce providing an inclusive and supportive environment<h1>Equality &amp; Diversity St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, and our commitment to inclusion. St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Leader. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process.</h1>These are hybrid posts &amp; will require you to be based at our offices and be able to attend the St Helens area regularly as part of your work.All Social Worker posts are subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure and Social Work England Registration.We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a sufficient number of applications.Use the Links below to share this advert on your Socials !

Newly Qualified and Experienced Social Workers - Children We Look After

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There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.
We are currently accepting applications for an Experienced Social Workers for our Adult Safeguarding (MASH) Team.
You will be responsible for the screening of adult safeguarding concerns and undertaking of section 42 enquiries as per Care Act duties.
You will have a demonstrable ability to build positive working relationships with service users and professionals, as well as sound working knowledge of legislative frameworks and guidance relevant to safeguarding including the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act.&nbsp;
We are a supportive and nurturing team, committed to staff development and progression to support you in achieving your ambitions. In this role you will have access to a range of learning and development opportunities provided by a dedicated Professional Standards Team, to both support your practice and to enable self-development and resilience building.
This is an opportunity to develop excellent risk management skills, working closely with vulnerable adults and their families to deliver positive outcomes that put the persons views and wishes at the heart of our work.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic next step in your social work career.
Working Hours: 36 hours per week, various shift patterns (7.2 hour days) to cover 9-5pm Monday to Friday.
We would like to offer a Social Worker the opportunity to join our team and contribute to the valuable work of our team.
If you are interested in discussing the role further, please contact Team Manager, Alison Douglas via email on: <a href="mailto:allisondouglas@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">allisondouglas@wirral.gov.uk</a>
This post requires a DBS check. The Safer Recruitment &amp; Employment Policy and the Disclosures for Recruitment Procedure can be found at : <a href="https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment" target="_blank">https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment</a>
The Council has a visa sponsorship license and is therefore able to offer certificates of sponsorship to non-UK residents through the skilled-worker route for this role. In order to qualify for this, applicants must be Registered with Social Work England, and require sponsorship.
Please note that the certificate of sponsorship alone is not a visa: an individual will still need to apply for and receive their visa to have the Right to Work in the UK.
If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href="mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk" target="_blank">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.
Working at Wirral
You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:
Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave.
We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.
We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.
We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.
Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.
We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.
It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.
Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.
Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.&nbsp; Forms received via the post will not be processed.
All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.
The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.
We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. Therefore, any candidates submitted via a recruitment agency will not be considered for this role.

Social Worker, Experienced Social Worker (Adult Safeguarding Team)

Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team:The Transitions Team is made up of Social Workers and Community Care Workers who support young people aged 14 to 25 with disabilities. Their focus is to assist in the transition from Children’s Services to Adult Social Care. In line with the duties and responsibilities set out in the Care Act 2014, the team collaborates with a range of services; statutory, voluntary, and private sector, to build strong partnerships and deliver improved outcomes for the individuals they support. A key priority is ensuring that the Preparing for Adulthood agenda is fully embedded in their practice.Hours: 22.5 hours per weekYour Contributions:As an experienced Social Worker within the Transitions Team, you will support the operational implementation of Strengths and Rights Based approaches within Adult Social Care. You will also support in the development of the teams approach, focusing on Continued Professional DevelopmentThis role offers an excellent opportunity to develop and enhance your skills in Social Work, while actively contributing to the development of effective partnership working with health colleagues, aimed at improving the experience and outcomes of adults accessing social care services.Applicants must have demonstrable experience in undertaking Section 42 Safeguarding Enquiries, court work, and risk assessments. You should also have a proven ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of services, stakeholders, and professionals. Experience in Children’s Social Care is desirable, particularly in relation to supporting smooth transitions. An understanding of the Preparing for Adulthood agenda is essential to this role.Please note that this is an essential car user post. You must hold a full, valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work purposes.Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Flexible working arrangements </li><li>Essential car user allowance</li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.</li></ul>Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact ( Dean Tierney, Principal Manager on 0151 511 8776 / <a href="mailto:dean.tierney2@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">dean.tierney2@halton.gov.uk</a> or Pamela Marsden, Practice Manager on 0151 511 6539 / <a href="mailto:Pamela.Marsden@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Pamela.Marsden@halton.gov.uk</a> Interviews will take place on 04/12/2025At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.We look forward to receiving your application!





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Social Worker - Transitions Team

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Sefton Adult Social Care are always looking for qualified and experienced Social Workers, therefore this is a permanent advert for Social Work vacancies that exist across Sefton Adult Social Care. 
Role: Experienced Social Worker – Adult Social Care – Various Departments
Sefton Adult Social Care always have a range of exciting opportunities for experienced Social Workers (by experienced we mean at least a couple of years’ experience) within our various locality based and speciality teams. These roles may be a mix of permanet and fixed term. We are proud to have secured a “Good” with CQC so there has never been a better time to join Adult Social Care Sefton, as we strive to deliver for outstanding and provide excellent services for those in our Borough.
At Sefton Adult Social Care as an experienced Social Worker, you will play a key role in shaping how we deliver services, working closely with health colleagues to develop integrated, person-centred approaches. We will endeavour to offer you the role in a team where you feel you can make the greatest impact or offer an opportunity in a team where you feel you may want to build our skills or seek a new challenge. You will have the autonomy to make impactful decisions and the support to grow the service creatively and effectively.
What does the role look like day to day? 
Within Sefton Adult Social Care, we have created several different teams to meet the needs of the individuals we support, including a learning disability team, a team that supports those dealing with substance use issues and a team that supports those transitioning from children’s services.
We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated team members with a passion to make a real impact on the lives of those in the Sefton borough. &nbsp;
What we are looking for:
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<li>A Social Worker Degree or equivalent qualification</li>
<li>At least two years of experience as a qualified Social Worker</li>
<li>Registration with Social Work England (or equivalent health body)</li>
<li>Strong working knowledge of the Care Act and related legislation</li>
<li>A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive practice</li>
<li>Excellent partnership working skills with health and community stakeholders</li>
<li>A passion for continuous learning and professional development</li>
<li>Commitment to a person centred, value driven strengths based good practice</li>
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What does The Care Quality Commission say about Sefton Adult Social Care? 
Sefton’s Adult Social Care Service has been rated as GOOD by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in their January 2025 inspection, an achievement we are immensely proud of. Come and join us on our journey to provide an outstanding service!&nbsp;
“Staff and managers reported feeling valued, motivated, and community-focused, promoting the vision for adult social care: for people in Sefton to live as independently as possible for as long as possible.”​
“Staff felt safe to challenge ideas and were encouraged to be creative. ​ Leaders held drop-in sessions and were responsive to staff feedback.“
Why Sefton?
Sefton has a vision - we are committed to protecting the most vulnerable, we are building confident and resilient communities and work with internal and external teams to make sure we procure the right core services for those who need them. We understand what is required to lead, we put people at the heart of what we do and we innovate!
At&nbsp;Sefton Council, we’re proud to be an inclusive, forward-thinking local authority. We value collaboration, innovation, and personal development. Our teams are united by a shared goal: to make Sefton a great place to live, work, and thrive. Come and be part of our journey to outstanding!! Want to know more about Why you should choose Sefton?
Check out our Why Sefton webpages.
What we can offer you
&nbsp;28 days annual leave (rising to 33 after 5 years), plus 8 bank holidays​
&nbsp;A warm, welcoming, and supportive team environment
Enhanced sick pay, maternity/adoption leave, and maternity support leave​
Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme​
Tailored career development and training opportunities​
Agile and flexible working arrangements​
Discounted Active Sefton gym membership​
Cycle to Work scheme​
Relocation support (if eligible)
If you have any questions, please contact <a href="mailto:Recruitment@Sefton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Recruitment@Sefton.gov.uk</a>
If you still want to know more visit our Adult Social Care webpages by searching for Sefton Council Adult Social Care- Where do I fit in? Alternatively give Andrew McDonald a call on 07977 237816, to discuss what we might be able to offer you.
Note: Sefton Adult Social Care are unfortunately not in a position, currently, to provide new Sponsorships.
Interviews to be held regularly.

Experienced Social Workers - Adult Social Care

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Experienced Social Workers&nbsp; - CWCN
£3,000 Golden Hello&nbsp;after successful probation
Join Sefton Council as a Senior Social Worker – Make a Real Difference 
Are you an experienced and passionate social worker ready to take the next step in your career? Join us during this exciting time at Sefton Council as we continue our long-term commitment to children and families.
A rewarding and exciting opportunity has arisen in our team, and we want someone passionate, enthusiastic, and driven to join us to help children with complex needs be safe, happy, and thriving. To fit with our Sefton team, you must be able to lead with compassion, intelligence, and passion. For this specific role, you must have unlimited drive to want the best for children with complex needs and their families.&nbsp;
This role is perfect for someone with a track record of working with children with complex needs. This role is integral to our continued improvement in Sefton Children’s Services, and we hope any candidate shares our drive and determination to build the service our families deserve.
Why Choose Sefton Council?&nbsp;
At Sefton Council, we are committed to investing in our people. Our vision is to grow and nurture our own talent, creating a strong and professional workforce dedicated to the well-being of children and families in our communities. Here’s what sets us apart:&nbsp;
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<li>Small Teams, Big Impact: Be a valued member of our close-knit teams.&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Strong Supervision and Support: Access regular supervision and professional development.&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Commitment to Excellence: Uphold high standards in supporting and safeguarding children and families.&nbsp;</li>
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What we offer:
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<li>Competitive salary - Grade I: SCP 31–35, £41,711 - £46,142 per annum</li>
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<li>Fantastic terms and conditions; local government pension scheme, enhanced sick pay scheme and family friendly leave with pay, agile/flexible working opportunities and access to occupational health services.</li>
<li>Generous annual leave entitlement of 28 days increasing to 33 days after 5 years continual service in addition to 8 bank holidays.</li>
<li>A&nbsp;£3,000 Golden Hello&nbsp;after successful probation</li>
<li>Opportunities for professional development and career progression</li>
<li>A strong culture of supervision, reflection, and support</li>
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What we’re looking for:
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<li>A qualified social worker with extensive experience in statutory children’s services</li>
<li>SWE registration</li>
<li>A confident, skilled communicator with a strong grasp of legislation, assessment frameworks, and child-centred practice</li>
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If you're ready to make a lasting impact and grow your career in a supportive and ambitious environment, we’d love to hear from you.
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Interviews to take place: 22nd and 23rd January 2026

Social Worker - Children with Complex Needs

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<h1>Our Social Care workforce provides services to children, young people and their families day in and day out, making a positive impact on the lives of people within the community. </h1><h1>People are the most important resource we have which is why in addition to our fantastic employee benefits, we are also currently offering an additional £4,000 Welcome Gesture to the first 6 Post Qualified Experienced Social Workers appointed from our new Social Worker recruitment campaign (Terms &amp; Conditions Apply, please contact us for further details).</h1><h1>At the Heart of Social Work in Duty Teams</h1>The Duty Service is currently looking for permanent Social Worker and fixed term Social Worker (minimum 12 month contract) andThe Duty Teams structure consist of 4 Duty teams, each with 6 Social Workers, one Assistant Team Manager and one Team Manager.Duty will receive referrals screened in the MASH and will work closely with MASH colleagues ensuring the right referrals are received into duty for a timely response for children and young people who are deemed to be at significant risk or require assessment of need due to serious concerns for their wellbeing arising from concerns of emotional, physical, sexual or significant neglect issues. You will be provided with regular support and supervision by your team manager and practice standards will be strongly driven and influenced with the support of your Assistant Team Manager. You will be expected to undertake timely assessments to a high standard and ensure care planning for children is the best it can be.The Head of Service is passionate and driven in terms of developing practice and learning opportunities and you will support this aim by delivering to the practice standards set by the Principle Social Worker and Senior Management team to support the improvement journey and improving outcomes for children and their families. This is a time of real opportunity for new developments which will benefit from your ideas and initiative. You will be responsible for a caseload and be expected to work in partnership with a range of other professionals and have the skills and experience of leading and chairing meetings, leading section 47 investigations and managing children subject to child in need plans or considering whether children require child protection plans or indeed legal intervention in order to keep them safe. If you have excellent knowledge of safeguarding, the associated legislation, guidance and practice and a degree in social work, this is a great opportunity for you to benefit from working with the St Helens team and being part of growing the vision for good and outstanding services to our most vulnerable children. <h1>People, Promotion, Progression &amp; Performance</h1>The St Helens Social Work Academy is in place to support you at every stage of your social work career with St Helens, helping on your social work journey and achieving better outcomes for our children and families.You can find out more about the Social Care Academy, Services and Social Work Teams by visiting our site here <a href="https://socialworkacademypartnership.sthelens.gov.uk/" target="_blank">Social Care Academy - Social Care Recruitment</a><h1>Benefits That Make A Real Difference To Our Employees</h1>When you choose to work for St Helens Council you will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package including a wide range of financial options, benefits and rewards to support you and your family. Find out more here <a href="https://jobs.sthelens.gov.uk/CMS/CMSPage/23" target="_blank">St Helens Borough Council | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Employee Benefits</a><h1>The Fair Employment Charter</h1>St Helens Council has been officially recognised as one of the regions leading fair employers, achieving accredited status. The achievement is a testament to our teams. The Charter recognises the ongoing commitment to fair pay, secure work, training &amp; progression &amp; staff well-being whilst celebrating employers who go above and beyond for their workforce providing an inclusive and supportive environment<h1>Equality &amp; Diversity St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, and our commitment to inclusion. St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Leader. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process.</h1>These are hybrid posts &amp; will require you to be based at our offices and be able to attend the St Helens area regularly as part of your work.All Social Worker posts are subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure and Social Work England Registration.We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a sufficient number of applications.Use the Links below to share this advert on your Socials !

Social Worker - Duty

Are you ready to make a real impact? Join us in making a difference!Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Why join us?<ul><li>Be part of a transformation: This is more than just a job—it's a chance to be a key player in turning our services around. Your skills, insights, and energy will be crucial in driving the change we need.</li><li>Investment in services: We recognise that in order for good Social Work practice to flourish, our offer of services needs to improve. As a Local Authority, we are already committed to developing our contextual safeguarding service, edge of care, and family network coordinators, to name just a few.</li><li>Supportive environment: We understand the complexities and demands of Social Work. We offer a supportive, collaborative environment where you will have the opportunity to work alongside many of the great Social Workers and managers within our service. Our managers support a small number of Social Workers to ensure that they can provide the required and appropriate level of support.</li><li>Professional development: We are committed to investing in our team with continuous training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career</li></ul>Hours: 37Your Contributions:<ul><li>Passion and resilience: We’re looking for individuals who are not just looking for a job, but are passionate about making a positive difference and committed to transforming our service.</li><li>Strong ethical foundation: A deep commitment to ethical practice and a compassionate approach are essential as we work to rebuild trust and deliver high-quality support to those in need.</li><li>Commitment to continuous improvement: Continuous improvement is one of our core values in Halton. Whether we are inadequate or outstanding, we believe that improvement should never stop, so we are seeking Social Workers who are aligned with this.</li></ul>Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Flexible working arrangements </li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul>A relevant market supplement amount is included in the advertised salary for each grade as follows:<ul><li>Grade HBC7 - £2,710</li><li>Grade HBC8 - £2,710</li><li>Grade HBC9 - £3,710</li></ul>Market Supplement's may be subject to early removal should there be rational to do so.Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Jill Evans (0151 511 8047), Sarah Daly (0151 511 7575) or Alicia Lambley (0151 511 6252).This is a rolling advert, therefore applications will be continuously reviewed and applicants invited to interview before the advertised end date. At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.We look forward to receiving your application! 





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Social Worker - Children in Need

Social Worker – DATDo you have a passion for making a meaningful impact in the lives of children?Are you looking for somewhere that allows you to truly shape the life chances of children and young people?We are looking to recruit experienced Social Workers to support us on our improvement journey. Join a team where we’re always looking ahead — a place that’s deeply committed to continuous learning, growth, and career progression.Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority area encompassing Widnes and Runcorn, with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’. Our Team:The Duty and Assessment Team are a dedicated and impactful team, who are at the heart of positive change — working directly with children, families, and partner agencies to ensure every child’s needs are met swiftly and effectively. With a strong focus on collaboration and timely support, this is a team where your work truly makes a difference.Hours: 37Your Contributions:As a Social Worker within our Duty and Assessment Team, you will identify and assess levels of risk and need, and deliver protective or supportive services for children at risk, in need of support and or looked after. If the child/young person requires longer term support you will assist in ensuring that they are allocated to a social worker in our Child in Need team. This role is based in our office in Widnes with some travel across the Borough.Our Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:<ul><li>A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service</li><li>Membership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions</li><li>3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme</li><li>Investment in your personal development </li><li>Free Car Parking at HBC sites </li><li>Flexible working arrangements </li><li>Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul>We have a strong vision for social work practice in Halton and we are currently embedding a relationship based practice model that has systemic practice at its core. We’re on a journey for excellence and we’ve made it our mission to ensure that children and young people get the best service from us, so they are able to thrive and achieve.We are committed to supporting our Social Workers and Managers to achieve their aspirations too. Working with us, you will have real opportunities to progress your career through training and development as an advanced practitioner, or future leader.We have a stable and experienced Senior Leadership Team, who lead from the front. The Head of Service, Service Manager and Team Manager are well established staff members in Halton, who are supportive and nurturing.You will receive bespoke support from the Social Work Academy who are integral in supporting this team in our improvement journey, providing advice, guidance and support to colleagues in this service area.The Market Supplement applicable to the advertised role is as follows: For salaries of HBC 7 and HBC8 - £2,710 per annumFor salaries of HBC 9 - £3,710 per annumMarket Supplement's may be subject to early removal should there be rational to do so.Next Steps:At Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Lisa Riley on <a href="mailto:lisa.riley@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">lisa.riley@halton.gov.uk</a>.We are actively reviewing applications throughout the duration of this advert and keen to invite shortlisted candidates for interview asap. Therefore please do not hesitate to submit your application as soon as possible and enjoy the many benefits of working for Halton Borough Council. At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – <a href="mailto:resourcing@halton.gov.uk" target="_blank">resourcing@halton.gov.uk</a>Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.We look forward to receiving your application!<ul></ul>

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