Neway International are seeking two Social Workers (Children's) to join our client based with Knowsley Borough Council.
Location: 2nd Floor, Nutgrove Villa, Westmorland Road, Huyton, Merseyside, L36 6GA
Hours: 36 hours per week
Start Date: 2 March
Duration: 12 weeks - extended after review
Work Pattern: 3 days office‑based, 2 days remote
About the Client
Knowsley Borough Council's Children's Social Care service provides statutory support to children, young people, and families, ensuring safety, stability, and long‑term positive outcomes. The Looked After Children (LAC) teams play a crucial role in permanency planning, court proceedings, and delivering high‑quality social work practice.
The Role
The Social Worker will work within the Looked After Children service, managing a complex caseload and delivering high‑quality statutory social work. The role requires strong experience in court work, adoption processes, final care planning, and permanency planning. Practitioners must be confident in managing risk, producing robust assessments, and working collaboratively with multi‑agency partners.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of looked after children, ensuring statutory requirements are met
Prepare and present high‑quality court reports, statements, and care plans
Lead on permanency planning, including adoption, long‑term fostering, and SGO pathways
Develop and implement final care plans in line with the child's best interests
Work closely with legal teams, carers, health, education, and partner agencies
Undertake direct work with children and young people to inform assessments and planning
Attend court hearings, LAC reviews, permanency panels, and multi‑agency meetings
Maintain accurate, timely case recordings and documentation
Ensure safeguarding concerns are identified, escalated, and managed appropriately
Contribute to service improvement and uphold high professional standards
Candidate Requirements
Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
Significant experience in Looked After Children services
Strong background in court work, including statements, evidence, and care planning
Experience in adoption and permanency planning
Ability to manage complex caseloads and meet statutory timescales
Excellent written and analytical skills
Confident working in a hybrid model (3 days office, 2 days remote)
Strong communication and multi‑agency partnership skills
Enhanced DBS required