Qualified Social Worker Job at Randstad (Knowsley)

Qualified Social Worker

Randstad

Location:
United Kingdom , Knowsley

Category:
Health and Beauty

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

42839.00 - 44075.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

Are you looking for an exciting role in Children's Social Work? Are you looking for a role that is rewarding? Randstad are looking for a Social Worker to join Knowsley Council's Young Persons team. They are a Local Authority who have invested in more staff and more teams across a range of service areas in order to support their improvement journey. They support staff well-being and create a good culture within the council to ensure everyone feels welcome and supported within their role.

Job Responsibility:

To provide a high-quality, person-centred social work service to looked-after young people and care leavers (typically aged 14 to 18)
Conduct statutory assessments to determine a young person's needs and aspirations
Develop, implement, and review individual Pathway Plans that address areas such as finance, accommodation, education, employment, and health
Ensure all plans are co-produced with the young person, reflecting their wishes and feelings
Provide practical and emotional support to help young people prepare for and move into independent living
Assist them in developing essential life skills, including budgeting, cooking, and household management
Facilitate access to housing and accommodation services
Work closely with a range of professionals, including Personal Advisors (for care leavers aged 18+), Employability Officers, and Health Workers
Liaise with education and training providers to ensure young people have access to learning opportunities that match their potential
Ensure a smooth transition from the Young Persons Team to the Care Leavers Team
Act as a corporate parent, advocating for the young person's best interests in all aspects of their life
Ensure their voice is heard in all meetings and decision-making processes
Build and maintain trusting, supportive relationships with young people
Fulfill all statutory duties under Leaving Care legislation and the Children Act 1989
Maintain accurate, high-quality, and up-to-date case records on relevant IT systems
Produce reports for reviews and other statutory meetings

Requirements:

Social Work Qualification or equivalent
Social Work England registered
Enhanced DBS

What we offer:

Competitive Salary
Flexible and Hybrid Working
Employees have a generous annual leave entitlement, starting at 28 days plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 10 additional days
Pension Scheme - automatically enrolled in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Professional Development - committed to staff training and development
Supportive Environment - known for its supportive and inclusive culture
Staff Well-being and Lifestyle Discounts
Health and well-being support
Support for maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 17, 2026

Expiration:
March 12, 2026

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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