ASC Social Worker - Aintree University Hospital Social Work Team
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Social Worker - Aintree University Hospital Social Work Team – Newly Qualified/ Experienced
Sefton adult services are looking for enthusiastic and creative social workers to join our University Hospital Aintree team. The successful applicants will have good assessment skills, knowledge of relevant law and be keen to work in a multi-disciplinary setting.
Our offer to you:
To be part of an established, caring, and welcoming team
Manageable caseloads
Access to good quality, reflective supervision
A comprehensive induction programme.
A wide variety of career progression routes bespoke to individual training and development needs as identified in annual PDRs
Excellent training and career development opportunities such as BIA and AMHP training.
Partnership with Research in Practice, providing access to online webinars, podcasts and materials linked to the latest research and policy updates to support your CPD and inform evidence-based reports
Access to free eye tests and where appropriate, contribution towards spectacles
Access to local benefits and discounts on products and services
Occupational Health Service available to advise on work related health issues.
Commitment to supporting your emotional and mental health with access to a free and confidential employee counselling service
Access to our Professional Practice Forum
What we are looking For
- Social Work Degree or equivalent Social Work Qualification
- Current registration with Social Work England
- High aspirations to improve the lives of our most vulnerable residents.
- Exceptional knowledge of the Care Act.
- Ability to manage your own caseload with appropriate support, guidance, and supervision.
- Ability to make person centred, complex decisions, using evidence-based tools and analysis.
- Ability to understand and demonstrate a commitment to equality and diversity.
- Ability to effectively undertake partnership working with all our stakeholders and further develop these relationships.
- Commitment to your own personal development and professional growth.
What does CQC say about Sefton?
Sefton’s Adult Social Care Service has been rated as GOOD by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in their January 2025 inspection, an achievement we are immensely proud of. Come and join us on our journey to provide an outstanding service!
“Staff and managers reported feeling valued, motivated, and community-focused, promoting the vision for adult social care: for people in Sefton to live as independently as possible for as long as possible.”
“Staff felt safe to challenge ideas and were encouraged to be creative. Leaders held drop-in sessions and were responsive to staff feedback. “
Why Sefton?
Sefton has vision – we are committed to protecting the most vulnerable, we are building confident and resilient communities and work with internal and external teams to make sure we procure the right core services for those who need them. We understand how is required to lead, we put people at the heart of what we do and we innovate!
At Sefton Council, we’re proud to be an inclusive, forward-thinking local authority. We value collaboration, innovation, and personal development. Our teams are united by a shared goal: to make Sefton a great place to live, work, and thrive. Come and be part of our journey to outstanding!! Want to know more about Why Sefton? Check out our Why Sefton webpages.
What we can offer you
28 days annual leave (rising to 33 after 5 years), plus 8 bank holidays
A warm, welcoming, and supportive team environment
Enhanced sick pay, maternity/adoption leave, and maternity support leave
Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme
Tailored career development and training opportunities
Agile and flexible working arrangements
Discounted Active Sefton gym membership
Cycle to Work scheme
Relocation support (if eligible)
Further Details are contained within our Adult Social Care Recruitment Pack
If you have any questions please contact : Recruitment@Sefton.gov.uk or take a look at our Adult Social Care webpages by using the QR code at the top of the page, or by searching for Sefton Council Adult Social Care- Where do I fit in?
Note: Sefton Adult Social Care are unfortunately not in a position, currently, to provide new Sponsorships.
Interviews to be held: 14th October 2025
Salary range
- £37,280 - £46,142 per year
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