Qualified Social Worker - Children's
Knowsley Borough Council
Role
Who You Are
As a qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England, you have a passion for providing high-quality support to adolescents in complex, high-risk contexts. You are resilient, reflective, and emotionally intelligent, committed to building strong and trusting relationships with young people. Confident in managing risk and making sound professional decisions, you can balance care, control, and support in complex situations while being a positive team member in a busy and supportive service.
What the Job Involves
The primary objective of this position is to deliver high-quality social work support to children in our care aged 14–18. You'll promote their safety, stability, and positive outcomes as they transition towards adulthood. Key responsibilities include managing a caseload, developing care plans, fostering relationships, applying contextual safeguarding approaches, and working collaboratively with multi-agency partners. The role requires a strong ability to work within a fast-paced environment, focusing on risk management, safety planning, and maintaining a relational practice approach.
Skills
- Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
- Experience with adolescents in complex and high-risk contexts
- Strong understanding of contextual safeguarding and risk assessment
- Proven ability in relational, trauma-informed approaches
- Manage complex caseload in a busy environment
- Analytical, assessment, and report-writing skills
- Effective partnership and multi-agency working skills
- Resilience and strong organizational skills