Liquid Personnel is recruiting Social Worker for its client’s Safeguarding Assessment Team at Hartlepool.
Our client has a friendly, supportive team committed to delivering high‑quality safeguarding services to children, young people, and their families.
As a Social Worker in our team, you will play a vital role in providing statutory support and intervention to families where safeguarding concerns have been identified. You’ll work flexibly between home and office, receive regular supervision, and collaborate closely with experienced colleagues in a positive and inclusive environment.
What will your responsibilities be?
1. Deliver a statutory safeguarding social work service to children, young people, and their families in line with current legislation and Hartlepool Borough Council procedures.
2. Undertake assessments, Section 47 enquiries, care planning, and reviews, ensuring that the voice of the child is central to all decision‑making.
3. Provide direct social work intervention to support children and families in crisis or at risk of breakdown.
4. Work collaboratively with families, carers, and partner agencies to develop and implement effective support and safety plans.
5. Maintain accurate and timely case records and reports in line with professional standards.
6. Participate in regular supervision and reflective practice with your line manager.
7. Contribute to a positive team culture, sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues as needed.
Benefits:
8. Support from senior members of staff
9. Great location with public transport links
10. Competitive rate of pay
Qualifications & Experience:
To be successful in this role you must have,
11. Social Work England registration
12. Eligible to work in the UK
13. Hold a full UK driving licence
14. Post-qualified experience
15. Degree level or equivalent in Social Work
Why Liquid Personnel?
16. Free DBS and compliance service
17. Twice weekly payroll and ‘Faster Pay’ service, getting you paid more quickly
18. Access to exclusive roles that aren’t available from other agencies
19. Free access to Liquid’s exclusive social work training and CPD portal
20. Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge
21. Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK
22. “Refer a Friend” bonus – get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*
23. “Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us *