Psychology Work, Jobs in Wirral, Eng (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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Assistant Psychologist Brain Injury Linkworker - HMP Berwyn
Brainkind —Wrexham
- £28,392 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor's degree
10d
Psychologist
MHC —Flintshire
- £75,000 - £84,000 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing home
- Free parking
- Referral programme
12d
Senior Technician (Psychology) 0.2fte
Liverpool John Moores University —Liverpool
- £38,784 - £46,049 a year
- Part-time
- Computer Science
- Psychology
- Leadership
- Annual leave
3d
Service Support Coordinator
Mind Right —Liverpool
- From £24,784.50 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Administrative experience
- Work from home
Quick apply
10d
Chair in Psychology
University of Liverpool —Liverpool
- £80,526 - £90,606 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Psychology
Addiction Counsellor/Psychotherapist (Level 7)- Part Time
Delamere Health Ltd —Northwich
- £37,500 a year
- Part-time
- Master's degree
- IT
- In-person
- Free parking
- Store discount
Quick apply
12d
Assistant Psychologist
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust —Liverpool
- £28,392 - £31,157 a year
- Full-time
- Psychology
4h
Complex Domestic Abuse Support Worker
Warrington Women's Aid —Warrington
- £27,711 - £31,022 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
Quick apply
5d
Clinical/Counselling Psychologist - Female MH Rehabilitation (Part Time)
Krinvest Care —St Helens
- £45,500 - £53,000 a year
- Management
- Rehabilitation centre
- Psychology
- Free parking
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Postdoctoral Research Associate / Research Assistant
University of Liverpool —Liverpool
- £33,951 - £46,049 a year
- Doctoral degree
- University
- Python
13d
Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust —Whiston
- £32,073 - £39,043 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Communication skills
10d
Consultant in Liaison Psychiatry
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board —Bodelwyddan
- £114,099 - £166,585 a year
- Part-time
13d
Wellbeing & Resilience Coach (Housing)
Civic Recruitment Limited —Efenechtyd
- £21.94 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Hybrid work
- Childcare
- First Aid Certification
- Travel
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Clinical Psychologist - Band 8a or Band 7-8a Development post
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FoundationTrust —Chester
- £49,387 - £64,750 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- IT
5d
Clinical Psychologist - Oaktrees Eating Disorder Ward
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FoundationTrust —Wirral
- £57,528 - £64,750 a year
- Part-time
5d
Consultant in Perinatal Psychiatry
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board —Rhyl
- £114,099 - £166,585 a year
- Full-time
5d
Practitioner Psychologist
Omega Life —Liverpool
- Up to £60,000 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Childcare
- Bachelor's degree
- Organisational skills
- Free parking
- Referral programme
Quick apply
Psychology Graduates
Transitional Rehabilitation Unit —Haydock
- Call to connect
- Doctoral degree
- Psychology
Consultant in General Adult Community Psychiatry
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board —Mold
- £114,099 - £166,585 a year
- Full-time
5d

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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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psychology jobs in wirral, eng

Family Support Worker - Social Care

Assistant Psychologist Brain Injury Linkworker - HMP Berwyn

Psychologist

Senior Technician (Psychology) 0.2fte

Service Support Coordinator

Chair in Psychology

Addiction Counsellor/Psychotherapist (Level 7)- Part Time

Assistant Psychologist

Complex Domestic Abuse Support Worker

Clinical/Counselling Psychologist - Female MH Rehabilitation (Part Time)

Postdoctoral Research Associate / Research Assistant

Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner

Consultant in Liaison Psychiatry

Wellbeing & Resilience Coach (Housing)

Clinical Psychologist - Band 8a or Band 7-8a Development post

Clinical Psychologist - Oaktrees Eating Disorder Ward

Consultant in Perinatal Psychiatry

Practitioner Psychologist

Psychology Graduates

Consultant in General Adult Community Psychiatry

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