Social worker Work, Jobs in Bootle, Msy (with Salaries)

Family Support Worker - Social Care
Civic Recruitment Limited —Wirral
- £22.68 an hour
- Hybrid work
- Childcare
- First Aid Certification
- IT
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Family Support Worker
Civic Recruitment Limited —Bootle
- Childcare
- Care plans
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Children/Young Person Support Worker Self Employed
Empathy First Ltd —Kirkby
- £13.50 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Experience working with children
- Communication skills
- School
- Free parking
- Paid training
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1d
Mental Health and Welfare Officer
Coleg Cambria —Deeside
- £31,132 - £33,912 a year
- Full-time
- Free parking
- Annual leave
1d
Outreach Family Support Worker
Civic Recruitment Limited —Liverpool
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Experience working with children
- IT
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Youth Worker
Wirral Council —Wirral
- £32,061 - £35,412 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
13d
Family time support worker
TCHC Family —St Helens
- From £13 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- In-person
- Communication skills
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14h
Residential Support Worker
Safe Base Care ltd —Prenton
- £30,000 - £34,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Free parking
- Paid training
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8d
Social Worker x2
Warrington Borough Council —Warrington
- £39,152 - £42,839 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- English
5d
Community Support Worker
HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL —Halton
- £32,061 - £34,434 a year
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
11d
Social Worker - Adoption
St Helens Borough Council —St Helens
- £41,280 - £46,840 a year
- Experience working with children
7d
Social Worker - Children in Care
HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL —Halton
- £38,122 - £44,481 a year
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
9h
Experienced Social Worker - Fostering
Knowsley Council —Huyton
- £42,839 - £44,075 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Experience working with children
- Flexible schedule
4d
Bank Youth Support Worker (Supported Accommodation
Care and Community Ltd —Wallasey
- £12.71 - £14.24 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Annual leave
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6d
Family Help Worker - Fixed Term 2 years
St Helens Borough Council —St Helens
- £32,061 - £33,699 a year
- Travel
- Communication skills
8d
Adults Outreach Support Worker
Bedspace Resource Ltd —Liverpool
- £26,829.86 a year
- Computer literacy
- Experience working with children
- Travel
8d
Hybrid role - Senior Young Person Support Worker (16-18 Semi-Independent Care Leavers)
Journey Care Ltd —Liverpool
- From £26,000 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Driving
- Cleaning
- In-person
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Bereavement leave
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1d
Residential Youth Support Worker - Warrington
Bedspace Resource Ltd —Warrington
- £13.45 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Computer literacy
- Experience working with children
- Communication skills
Youth Listening Service Project worker
YMCA St Helens —St Helens
- £14,984 a year
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- First Aid Certification
- In-person
- Free parking
- Sick pay
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11d
Experienced Social Worker - Preparation for Adulthood x2
Warrington Borough Council —Warrington
- £39,152 - £42,839 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- English

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Family Support Worker - Social Care

Civic Recruitment Limited
Wirral

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Job details

£22.68 an hour

Qualifications

Level 3 in Health & Social Care
Childcare
Report writing
First Aid Certification
Youth work
IT
NVQ
Care plans
Communication skills

Full job description

3 months contract with a Local Authority

Job Title: Family Support Worker – Children’s Social Care

Job Purpose

To contribute to the delivery of an effective Children’s Social Care Service, supporting vulnerable children, young people, and families to achieve positive outcomes. The post holder will provide practical, emotional, and social support, working closely with social workers and partner agencies to promote the safety, welfare, wellbeing, and development of children aged 0–25.

The role involves undertaking direct work with children and families, supporting care planning and assessments, identifying risks and safeguarding concerns, facilitating family contact, and contributing to child-centred interventions that empower families and promote resilience.

Key Responsibilities

Child and Family Support

Provide practical, emotional, and social support to children, young people, and families.
Undertake direct work with children and families in their homes and within the community.
Assist in implementing Children in Need, Child Protection, Early Help, and Looked After Children plans.
Promote positive outcomes through child-centred and family-led approaches.
Support children and young people to participate in decisions affecting their lives.

Assessment and Care Planning

Contribute to assessments, care planning, reviews, and interventions.
Gather information and observations to assist social workers in assessing needs and risks.
Support family-led planning and contribute towards achieving agreed outcomes.
Maintain accurate and timely records of all interventions and observations.

Safeguarding and Risk Management

Identify, assess, and report risks to children and young people.
Undertake home visits, welfare checks, and community-based support activities.
Ensure safeguarding concerns are managed and escalated in line with legislation, policies, and procedures.
Support social workers during Child Protection investigations, including Section 47 enquiries.

Family Contact and Relationship Building

Facilitate and supervise contact sessions between children and birth family members as outlined within care plans.
Provide transportation and practical support where required.
Build positive relationships with children, young people, and families to promote engagement and trust.

Crisis Intervention and Emergency Support

Respond to urgent situations to help keep children safely within their family environment whenever possible.
Provide emergency and crisis interventions, including practical support with immediate needs such as shopping, fuel, and household essentials.
Where required, participate in emergency support arrangements to prevent family breakdown.

Multi-Agency Working

Work collaboratively with colleagues and external agencies, including:
- Health Services
- Education Providers
- Police
- Housing Services
- Voluntary and Community Organisations
- Faith Groups
Make referrals and signpost families to relevant services and support networks.

Administrative Responsibilities

Maintain accurate, high-quality case records on the local authority’s case management systems.
Prepare reports, records, and documentation as required.
Provide administrative and practical support to qualified social workers.
Attend supervision sessions, team meetings, and performance reviews.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Promote inclusive practice and equality of opportunity.
Respect and support the diversity, identity, culture, and beliefs of children, young people, and families.
Challenge discrimination and inappropriate practice when identified.

Essential Experience

Experience working with children, young people, and families in a support, safeguarding, education, health, or social care environment.
Experience supporting vulnerable children and families with complex needs.
Experience conducting home visits and community-based interventions.
Experience working within a multi-agency environment.
Experience maintaining accurate records and case notes.
Understanding of child development and family dynamics.

Desirable Experience

Experience within Children's Social Care.
Experience supporting Children in Need, Child Protection, or Looked After Children.
Experience facilitating supervised family contact.
Experience supporting court-related work and safeguarding investigations.
Local Authority experience.

Essential Qualifications

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, Children & Young People's Services, Family Support, Early Years, Youth Work, or equivalent relevant qualification.

Desirable Qualifications

NVQ Level 4 or higher in a relevant discipline.
Degree in Social Work, Youth Work, Education, Psychology, Social Care, or related subject.
Safeguarding Children Training.
Child Protection Training.
First Aid Qualification.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of safeguarding legislation, policies, and procedures.
Understanding of child development and attachment theory.
Knowledge of Children in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children processes.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to build positive relationships with children and families.
Ability to identify and manage risk appropriately.
Good report writing and record-keeping skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Competent IT skills and experience using case management systems.

Additional Information

Location: Trinity Road, Bootle, Merseyside, L20 3NJ, United Kingdom
Limited Company/Umbrella Rate: £22.68 per hour
Working Hours: 36 hours per week
Payment Schedule: Bi-weekly
Start Date: Immediate start available
Working Pattern: Hybrid working arrangement
Enhanced DBS Check: Required
Regular Supervision and Support: Provided
Closing Date: Recruitment closing soon – early applications are encouraged.

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Social Worker - Adoption

Social Worker - Children in Care

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Adults Outreach Support Worker

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