Description Sefton Council is seeking experienced Senior Practitioner Social Workers to join our Children in Need, Child Protection, and Children in Care Teams. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a progressive and ambitious local authority that is committed to delivering high-quality services to children, young people, and families. As part of our journey towards Sefton’s 2030 Vision, we are investing in our workforce to create a stable, skilled, and well-supported team. We are keen to recruit passionate social workers who want to help drive down caseloads and achieve the best possible outcomes for children and families. Responsibilities Manage complex cases involving children in need, child protection, and looked-after children. Provide expert guidance, mentoring, and support to social workers within the team. Undertake statutory assessments, direct work with families, and safeguarding interventions. Prepare and present reports for court proceedings, case conferences, and multi-agency meetings. Work collaboratively with families, schools, health professionals, and other agencies. Contribute to the development of best practice, supporting a culture of learning and continuous improvement.Requirements Qualifications: Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England. Experience: Minimum two years’ post-qualification experience in a statutory children’s social care service. Skills: Strong...