Job Title: Social Worker – Young Persons Team
Specialism: Social Worker – Young
Location: Knowsley, UK
Salary: £39.00 per hour
Type: Part Time / Full Time (Ongoing)
Are you ready for an exhilarating opportunity in the heart of Knowsley? We are looking for a skilled Social Worker to join the Young Persons Team. This ongoing role offers either Part Time or Full Time flexibility, with a competitive hourly pay of £39.00. As part of our team, you will provide exceptional, child-centred social work services to young people and their families, ensuring their safety, independence, and overall wellbeing.
Perks and benefits
- Part Time / Full Time: Choose the hours that best suit your lifestyle, whether it’s a flexible part-time schedule or a full-time commitment.
- Hourly Pay: Earn an attractive hourly rate that recognises your expertise and dedication.
- Professional Development: Access continuous learning opportunities and support to stay at the forefront of social work practices.
- Work-Life Balance: Benefit from a supportive work environment where you can maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- Vibrant Community: Become part of a dynamic and diverse community dedicated to making a real difference in young people’s lives.
What you will do
- Undertake comprehensive assessments of young people’s needs, strengths, risks, and circumstances.
- Develop clear, outcome-focused care and support plans in collaboration with young people and their families.
- Maintain and progress an allocated caseload within statutory and organisational timescales.
- Conduct regular reviews, amending plans as necessary in response to evolving circumstances.
- Keep precise and timely case records, ensuring young people’s views are central to all assessments and decisions.
- Manage safeguarding concerns, undertaking risk assessments and crafting effective risk-management plans.
- Engage with young people to foster resilience, independence, and life skills, advocating for their rights and needs.
- Work collaboratively with education, health, housing, youth justice, and voluntary organisations, ensuring holistic support.
- Participate in statutory duties, contributing to child protection conferences and courts as needed.
- Commit to professional development through supervision, appraisal, and continuous learning.
Why Knowsley
Knowsley offers a unique and welcoming environment where you can not only advance your career but also enjoy life in a vibrant community. With excellent amenities, a rich cultural heritage, beautiful green spaces, and strong transport links to Liverpool and Manchester, Knowsley is a fantastic place to live and work. Become part of a passionate community and make a significant impact in the lives of young people while enjoying an outstanding quality of life.
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Social Worker – Young Persons Team employer: Sanctuary Personnel Ltd
Sanctuary Personnel Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being and professional development of its staff. With flexible hybrid working arrangements in vibrant Haringey, employees benefit from a collaborative environment, comprehensive training, and opportunities for growth within the social care sector, making it an ideal place for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of young adults.
