At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a diverse caseload and support children and families in need.
- Company: Join Liverpool City Council's dedicated Early Help team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and supportive work environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth and impactful community engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your social work skills.
- Qualifications: Qualified Social Worker with experience in child protection and assessment.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Our client Liverpool city council is looking for a Social Worker to join their Early Help team. Duties include:
- Hold and effectively manage a complex and varied caseload with appropriate supervision, guidance and support, reflecting the function of the team and Childrens Social Care in accordance with policy, procedures, guidance and legislation.
- Undertake Short Break Assessments and Carers assessments in reviewing Short Breaks arrangements with full risk analysis.
- Ensure Care Plans and Reviews are kept up to date at all times.
- Undertake work within legislative frameworks including the preparation of written statements and representations to the judiciary at Court hearings i.e. SEND Tribunals.
- Be accountable for complex decision making in relation to caseloads ensuring professional judgement, evidence based tools, critical reflection and analysis to inform this.
- Model critical reflection and evidence based decision making and support others in developing these.
- Demonstrate a critical knowledge of the range of theories and models for social work intervention with individuals, families, groups and communities and the methods derived from them.
- Identify and assess levels of risk and need (within statutory frameworks) in often complex situations.
- Deliver protective and/or supportive services for children at risk, in need and/or looked after.
- Communicate skilfully and confidently in complex or high risk situations.
Early Help Social Worker employer: Remedy Social Work
Liverpool City Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises professional development and employee well-being. As part of the Early Help team, you will have access to comprehensive training opportunities and a collaborative environment that fosters growth, ensuring you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families in the community.
We think you need these skills to ace Early Help Social Worker
Case Management
Risk Assessment
Legislative Knowledge
Critical Reflection
Evidence-Based Decision Making
Communication Skills
Social Work Theories and Models
