£40 Per Hour
Full Time
Temporary
St Helens, Merseyside
Social Care
Posted 2 hours ago
Expires In 29 Days
Job Description
Children's Social Worker - Child Protection Team
About the role:
Within the relevant context of the role (with others, within statutory, organisational and multi
agency systems and in partnership with children, young people and their families and carers) carry
out the following tasks:
1. To hold and effectively manage challenging cases, providing an exemplary service in line with
statutory requirements and departmental priorities, improving outcomes for children and young
people.
2. To demonstrate effective practice in the most complex situations, assessing and managing higher
levels of risk, striking a balance between support and control, liaising with a wide range of
professionals within multi-disciplinary teams, including more senior levels.
3. To model best practice, setting expectations for others and to take responsibility for coaching and
mentoring student social workers.
4. To undertake the range of duties and responsibilities on behalf of the Department as specified in
the Children’s Act 1989 and such other legislation as is or may be appropriate to work with children
and their families.
5. To investigation allegations of neglect, ill treatment or abuse of children and to make enquiries as
to the need to provide services to such children, instigate Child Protection procedures or an
application to a court for an appropriate order in respect of such children.
6. To monitor and supervise children placed on the Child Protection or Children in Need plans.
7. To provide the assessment and supervision of children looked after by St Helens Council in order
that statutory duties towards such children are met.
8. To undertake the preparation of reports, statements and such other legal documents as may be
required in relation to children and young persons in both criminal and family proceedings courts
within the relevant timescales to attend court and represent the department.
9. To undertake assessments, design and implement care/protection plans in complex situations by
a variety of methods of intervention and to encourage the development of quality standards and
practice.
10. To receive and manage the investigation and assessment of referrals and to
instigate/recommend appropriate action.
11. To manage a more complex caseload working with a high degree of personal and professional
accountability and autonomy.
12. To manage casework in line with service practice standards and achieve compliance on meeting
statutory timescales for assessments, visits, meetings and reports. To maintain accurate case
records using an electronic case management system, keeping records up-to-date and to
escalate any concerns to managers in a timely manner.
13. To work to overcome hostility and resistance to social care involvement. To work in partnership
and undertake negotiation with families and professionals for full participation in assessment,
planning, review and decision making, at all times prioritising safety of children/young people
14. To develop realistic, evidence-based, child centred plans within a review timeline, which will
manage and reduce identified risks and meet the needs of the child and to ensure actions on the
plan are progressed within statutory timescales.
15. To provide expertise in a specialist field acting as a resource to the team and department to
develop best practice; to engage in research and evaluation of practice.
16. To model, identify and promote best practice, policy, procedures and training informed by current
evidence. To provide practice consultation and promote respect for professional social worker
expertise.
17. To reflect upon and review own continuous professional development
18. To accurately record, critically analyse and keep up to date information using the appropriate IT
systems in accordance with the Departments recording policy. To produce relevant reports,
including court statements to a high standard, as required.
19. Create and maintain effective relationships with children, young people, their parents, families
and carers to ensure the diverse needs are identified, met and regularly reviewed.
What you need:
Why Work with Pertemps Social Care?
We’re committed to making your job search seamless and rewarding. Here’s what our candidates can expect:
✅ Your Own Consultant – Your contact will be a social care specialist who knows the sector inside-out, has great connections across the region, and provides the tailored career advice you need to ensure the next step is the best one for you.
✅ Simple, Online Registration – Our process is designed to ensure your registration journey is quick and straightforward.
✅ Exclusive Roles – you have access to roles exclusive to us
✅ Great Incentives – We have an exceptional referral scheme. Recommend your friends and colleagues and earn an introduction fee of £250. We will pay you £250 if you find your own role
✅ State of the Art Compliance – We use powerful next-generation software to manage these critical processes are as quick, efficient, and stress-free as possible.
✅ Fast, Reliable Payroll – Get paid promptly and securely, every time.
And much more to ensure your job-search is smooth and hassle-free.
Our Roles
We place Social Care Practitioners into a wide range of essential roles, including:
If you’re interested in finding your next role in social care, we can help!
📩 Get in Touch Today!
📧 kaye.fleming@pprsocialcare.co.uk
📞 07435 787 863 / 0161 804 7658
Take the next step in your social work career with us!
- £40 per hour
- Merseyside
- 37 hours p/e, hybrid
- Minimum 3 month contract
About the role:
Within the relevant context of the role (with others, within statutory, organisational and multi
agency systems and in partnership with children, young people and their families and carers) carry
out the following tasks:
1. To hold and effectively manage challenging cases, providing an exemplary service in line with
statutory requirements and departmental priorities, improving outcomes for children and young
people.
2. To demonstrate effective practice in the most complex situations, assessing and managing higher
levels of risk, striking a balance between support and control, liaising with a wide range of
professionals within multi-disciplinary teams, including more senior levels.
3. To model best practice, setting expectations for others and to take responsibility for coaching and
mentoring student social workers.
4. To undertake the range of duties and responsibilities on behalf of the Department as specified in
the Children’s Act 1989 and such other legislation as is or may be appropriate to work with children
and their families.
5. To investigation allegations of neglect, ill treatment or abuse of children and to make enquiries as
to the need to provide services to such children, instigate Child Protection procedures or an
application to a court for an appropriate order in respect of such children.
6. To monitor and supervise children placed on the Child Protection or Children in Need plans.
7. To provide the assessment and supervision of children looked after by St Helens Council in order
that statutory duties towards such children are met.
8. To undertake the preparation of reports, statements and such other legal documents as may be
required in relation to children and young persons in both criminal and family proceedings courts
within the relevant timescales to attend court and represent the department.
9. To undertake assessments, design and implement care/protection plans in complex situations by
a variety of methods of intervention and to encourage the development of quality standards and
practice.
10. To receive and manage the investigation and assessment of referrals and to
instigate/recommend appropriate action.
11. To manage a more complex caseload working with a high degree of personal and professional
accountability and autonomy.
12. To manage casework in line with service practice standards and achieve compliance on meeting
statutory timescales for assessments, visits, meetings and reports. To maintain accurate case
records using an electronic case management system, keeping records up-to-date and to
escalate any concerns to managers in a timely manner.
13. To work to overcome hostility and resistance to social care involvement. To work in partnership
and undertake negotiation with families and professionals for full participation in assessment,
planning, review and decision making, at all times prioritising safety of children/young people
14. To develop realistic, evidence-based, child centred plans within a review timeline, which will
manage and reduce identified risks and meet the needs of the child and to ensure actions on the
plan are progressed within statutory timescales.
15. To provide expertise in a specialist field acting as a resource to the team and department to
develop best practice; to engage in research and evaluation of practice.
16. To model, identify and promote best practice, policy, procedures and training informed by current
evidence. To provide practice consultation and promote respect for professional social worker
expertise.
17. To reflect upon and review own continuous professional development
18. To accurately record, critically analyse and keep up to date information using the appropriate IT
systems in accordance with the Departments recording policy. To produce relevant reports,
including court statements to a high standard, as required.
19. Create and maintain effective relationships with children, young people, their parents, families
and carers to ensure the diverse needs are identified, met and regularly reviewed.
What you need:
- A degree in Social Work or equivalent
- Registered with Social Work England
- At least 3 years PQE direct employment within English Local Authorities
- Completed relevant post-qualifying training
- Enhanced DBS check
- Excellent communication and written skills
Why Work with Pertemps Social Care?
We’re committed to making your job search seamless and rewarding. Here’s what our candidates can expect:
✅ Your Own Consultant – Your contact will be a social care specialist who knows the sector inside-out, has great connections across the region, and provides the tailored career advice you need to ensure the next step is the best one for you.
✅ Simple, Online Registration – Our process is designed to ensure your registration journey is quick and straightforward.
✅ Exclusive Roles – you have access to roles exclusive to us
✅ Great Incentives – We have an exceptional referral scheme. Recommend your friends and colleagues and earn an introduction fee of £250. We will pay you £250 if you find your own role
✅ State of the Art Compliance – We use powerful next-generation software to manage these critical processes are as quick, efficient, and stress-free as possible.
✅ Fast, Reliable Payroll – Get paid promptly and securely, every time.
And much more to ensure your job-search is smooth and hassle-free.
Our Roles
We place Social Care Practitioners into a wide range of essential roles, including:
- Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
- Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
- Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
- Looked After Children (LAC)
- Fostering / Adoption
- Children’s & Adult Social Work
- Service Manager / Head of Service
- Team Manager / Assistant Team Manager
- Occupational Therapist
If you’re interested in finding your next role in social care, we can help!
📩 Get in Touch Today!
📧 kaye.fleming@pprsocialcare.co.uk
📞 07435 787 863 / 0161 804 7658
Take the next step in your social work career with us!