via reed · 8 June 2026 ·5 days ago

Children's Social Worker - Children looked after

Remedy Recruitment Group
Merseyside Contract GBP 60,742 – 60,742
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Our client Knowsley borough council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Children looked after team.

About the Role You will be part of a dynamic Children Looked After team, managing a varied caseload that includes:

  • Children subject to care proceedings

  • Children in care (LAC)

  • Care planning, permanence, and pathway planning

  • Preparing reports and attending court

  • Working collaboratively with legal services and partner agencies

This role offers a great opportunity to engage in purposeful, child-centred practice with a focus on achieving stability and positive outcomes for children.

What We're Looking For • Qualified Social Worker (Social Work England registered)

  • Experience in Children Looked After and court proceedings

  • Strong assessment, planning, and court report writing skills

  • Ability to work effectively within a multi-agency setting

  • Commitment to delivering high-quality, relationship-based practice

Benefits of working with Remedy
  • A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant.

  • Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs

  • Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed.

  • Double payrolls each week.

*Terms & Conditions apply

You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions.

Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.

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