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Social Worker – Safeguarding Team (Children’s Services)

Job Posted: 10 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Contract
Location: Liverpool

Expire in: 18 days

Job Description

Social Worker – Safeguarding Team (Children’s Services)

Location: Liverpool, Merseyside

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

£40ph 

About the Role

We are looking for a committed and resilient Social Worker to join our Safeguarding Team in Liverpool. This is a vital frontline role where you will work with children and families to reduce risk, ensure safety, and promote positive outcomes.

You will manage complex cases involving child protection, child in need, and court proceedings, working closely with partners to safeguard children and support families through challenging circumstances.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a varied caseload of children subject to Child Protection Plans and Child in Need Plans
	
Undertake Section 47 investigations and risk assessments
	
Develop and review care and safety plans to protect children from harm
	
Prepare high-quality reports for conferences and court proceedings
	
Work in partnership with police, health, education, and other agencies
	
Participate in duty systems and respond to safeguarding concerns promptly

About You

Qualified Social Worker (BA/MA Social Work or equivalent)
	
Registered with Social Work England
	
Experience within safeguarding, child protection, or frontline children’s services
	
Strong decision-making skills and ability to assess risk effectively
	
Confident in court work and report writing
	
Able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing demands

What We Offer

Competitive salary with progression opportunities
	
Manageable caseloads and supportive leadership
	
Regular supervision and reflective practice sessions
	
Ongoing training and career development
	
Flexible working arrangements
	
Generous annual leave and pension scheme

About Liverpool

Based in Liverpool, you’ll be part of a dynamic service committed to protecting children and strengthening families within a diverse and vibrant community.

Why work with We do Social Work?

New ‘Faster Pay’ service getting you paid more quickly
	
Twice weekly payroll
	
Free DBS and compliance service
	
Your own dedicated friendly consultant with extensive social work knowledge
	
Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK

Refer a friend

“Refer a Friend” bonus – get £250 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*

“Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us*

We Do Social Work is an equal opportunities employer and is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. 

Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes

Before You Apply

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Bank details.
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