Social Worker - Children with Disabilities Team in Knowsley

Job Title: Social Worker - Children with Disabilities Team

Specialism: Children's Social Care

Location: Kirkby, UK

Salary: £39.00 Hourly

Type: Ongoing, Full Time or Part Time

Social Worker - Children with Disabilities Team in Children's Social Care in Kirkby (UK) earning £39.00 hourly. This is an ongoing opportunity that offers both Full Time and Part Time options for the right candidate. If you’re looking for a chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of children with disabilities while having a flexible work schedule, this could be the perfect role for you.

The team is seeking determined and insightful Social Workers to join their ranks until permanent positions are filled. As part of this service, you’ll work within a structured and positive model where cases are progressed up to the first hearing. This allows for timely decision-making and effective intervention, ensuring Social Workers can maintain sustainable caseloads. With 7 weeks dedicated to family work, you will be able to conduct thorough assessments and provide children and families with the appropriate support, focusing on safeguarding and managing CIN and CP cases.

Perks and benefits:

• Full Time / Part Time: Enjoy a balance that suits your lifestyle and career goals.
• Flexible Working Hours: Time is precious, tailor your schedule to fit your needs.
• Professional Development Opportunities: Continuous learning through our robust training programs.
• Supportive Work Environment: A strong management team and supportive colleagues bolster your daily responsibilities.
• Free Parking and Refreshments: Complimentary parking alongside free tea and coffee to keep you refreshed and ready to go.
• Competitive Pay: Our pay matches the Department for Education’s suggested rate of £39 per hour.
• High-Level Training: Benefit from extensive training provided by our workforce development team.
• Reduced Court Work: Consistent case transfer post-hearing helps free you from the burden of court work.
• Strong Operational Support: Dedicated support from our partnership and improvement team helps manage day‑to‑day tasks.
• Manageable Caseloads: Sustainable workloads and senior management oversight prioritise quality practice and staff wellbeing.

What you will do:

• Conduct thorough assessments, ensuring children and families access the right level of support.
• Safeguard and effectively manage Child In Need (CIN) and Child Protection (CP) cases.
• Provide timely decision‑making and interventions up to the first hearing.
• Maintain organised and sustainable caseloads that focus on quality over quantity.
• Collaborate with the partnership and improvement team for daily work management.

About you:

• Qualified Social Worker: Hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England.
• Children's Social Care Experience: Experience working with children with disabilities within a Children's Social Care setting.
• Safeguarding Expertise: Confident in managing Child In Need (CIN) and Child Protection (CP) cases.
• Assessment Skills: Able to undertake thorough assessments and deliver effective interventions.
• Case Management: Capable of maintaining organised and sustainable caseloads.
• Collaborative Approach: Strong ability to work alongside families, colleagues, and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes.

Kirkby is not just a location, it's a community. With convenient transport links, a bustling local market, and serene parks, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to explore and enjoy in your off‑hours. Becoming a part of this vibrant area offers a host of benefits both professionally and personally, making it a delightful place to both live and work.