Children In Need Qualified Social Workers
Posted Today by We Do Social Work
£35 Per hour
Outside
Hybrid
Knowsley
Summary: Knowsley Council is seeking dedicated Social Workers for their Child in Need (CIN) Team to provide essential support to children and families. The role involves managing cases, conducting assessments, and ensuring children's voices are central to interventions. Candidates should possess qualified Social Worker status and relevant experience in children's social care. The position offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional development within a supportive team environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of children and families under Child in Need plans
- Complete high-quality assessments, care planning, and reviews
- Undertake direct work with children, ensuring their voice is central to all interventions
- Work in partnership with families, schools, health professionals, and other agencies
- Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns in line with statutory guidance
- Maintain accurate, timely case recordings and reports
- Participate in CIN meetings, core groups, and multi-agency planning
Key Skills:
- Qualified Social Worker status and registration with Social Work England
- Experience in children’s social care, ideally within CIN, safeguarding, or assessment teams
- Sound knowledge of legislation including the Children Act 1989 and Working Together guidance
- Strong assessment, analytical, and communication skills
- Ability to manage competing demands and work effectively under pressure
- A passion for improving outcomes for children and families
Salary (Rate): £35/hour
City: Knowsley
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Other
About the Role
Knowsley Council is looking for committed and child-focused Social Workers to join our Child in Need (CIN) Team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with children and families who require ongoing support to achieve positive and sustainable outcomes.
You will work with children subject to Child in Need plans, providing meaningful interventions that reduce risk, strengthen families, and prevent escalation to child protection where appropriate.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of children and families under Child in Need plans
- Complete high-quality assessments, care planning, and reviews
- Undertake direct work with children, ensuring their voice is central to all interventions
- Work in partnership with families, schools, health professionals, and other agencies
- Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns in line with statutory guidance
- Maintain accurate, timely case recordings and reports
- Participate in CIN meetings, core groups, and multi-agency planning
About You
We are seeking motivated and resilient practitioners who have:
- Qualified Social Worker status and registration with Social Work England
- Experience in children’s social care, ideally within CIN, safeguarding, or assessment teams
- Sound knowledge of legislation including the Children Act 1989 and Working Together guidance
- Strong assessment, analytical, and communication skills
- Ability to manage competing demands and work effectively under pressure
- A passion for improving outcomes for children and families
What We Offer
Competitive salary and local government pension scheme
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Regular supervision and strong management support
Access to training, CPD, and career progression opportunities
A supportive team environment focused on good practice
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV and a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the criteria for the role.
For an informal discussion, please contact Knowsley Council’s Children’s Services recruitment team.
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*
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*