At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children in care, ensuring positive outcomes through collaborative practice.
- Company: Caritas Recruitment, known for its supportive and honest approach.
- Benefits: Stable management, realistic caseloads, and a focus on quality practice.
- Other info: Engaged team with access to exclusive opportunities and guidance.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in children's lives while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Minimum 3 years' experience in a Children in Care team and strong relationship-building skills.
The predicted salary is between 38 - 38 £ per hour.
Location: Ellesmere Port
Team: Children in Care
Hours: 37 hours per week
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and committed Children in Care Social Worker to join a well-established team in Ellesmere Port. This service provides a statutory social work function for children and young people aged 0-18 who are in care. You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality, child-centred practice, ensuring positive outcomes for children while working collaboratively with carers, families, and partner agencies.
Key Requirements
- ESSENTIAL: Experience working within a Children in Care team
- Minimum 3 years' post-qualified experience within a permanent role in an English Local Authority
- Strong understanding of statutory responsibilities, care planning, and permanency
- Ability to manage a varied caseload and work effectively under pressure
- Skilled in building meaningful relationships with children and young people
What You Can Expect from Me & Caritas
- Straightforward, supportive recruitment approach focused on your individual goals
- 23 years' sector experience, offering calm, knowledgeable guidance throughout
- Honest communication and real insight into teams, caseloads, and leadership
- Access to exclusive opportunities through long-standing local authority relationships
Why Join This Team?
- Stable and supportive management structure
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in children's lives
- Engaged, collaborative working environment
- Realistic caseloads and a focus on quality practice
Who This Role Suits
- Experienced social workers looking for a stable and well-supported role
- Practitioners passionate about long-term outcomes for children in care
- Professionals seeking honest representation and guidance in their next move
Let's Have a Proper Conversation
If you're in need of a new job or simply want to understand what's available, I'm always happy to talk things through. Davina Cripps
No pressure. No hard sell. Just honest, experienced support.
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
