🧑‍🤝‍🧑 We’re Hiring – Qualified Children’s Social Worker | Child in Need Team

📍 Location: Halton Borough Council
🕒 Job Type: Full-time, Locum
💷 Pay Rate: £39 per hour
🏢 Working Pattern: Flexible Hybrid Working

About the Role:

Supply Care Solutions, a market-leading Medical and Social Care recruitment consultancy providing accredited services across the public sector, is recruiting an experienced Qualified Children’s Social Worker to join Halton Borough Council’s established Child in Need Team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive local authority service, managing a varied caseload and helping children and families achieve positive and sustainable outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of children and families in line with relevant legislation and statutory procedures.
• Undertake comprehensive assessments of children’s needs, risks and family circumstances.
• Develop, implement and review Child in Need plans.
• Work with parents, carers and wider family networks to promote positive change.
• Identify safeguarding concerns and take appropriate action to protect children.
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency professionals, including education, health and police.
• Attend and contribute to Child in Need meetings, reviews and professional discussions.
• Maintain accurate and timely case records and reports.
• Ensure children’s wishes, feelings and voices remain central to decision-making.
• Promote positive outcomes and sustainable improvements for families.

Requirements:

• Recognised Social Work qualification (Degree, MA Social Work or equivalent).
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Previous experience within UK Children’s Social Care.
• Experience managing Child in Need cases and undertaking statutory social work duties.
• Strong knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and safeguarding procedures.
• Experience in assessments, care planning, reviews and multi-agency working.
• Excellent communication, analytical and report-writing skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet statutory deadlines.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare.

Required Documents:

• Updated CV.
• Proof of Right to Work in the UK.
• National Insurance number.
• Current DBS certificate.
• Social Work England registration details.

Why Join Us?

• £39 per hour competitive pay rate.
• Full-time opportunity within an established local authority team.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Supportive management and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children and families.

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About Supply Care Solutions:

Supply Care Solutions is a market-leading Medical and Social Care recruitment consultancy, providing accredited services across the public sector. We specialise in short-term, long-term and permanent placements, connecting skilled professionals with rewarding opportunities.