Nutgrove Villa, Westmorland Road, Huyton , Knowsley , L36 6GA (Hybrid)
Permanent, Full time
Enhanced DBS check required
£41,511 - £42,708 per annum
Consideration will be given for part time working
Experienced Social Worker [Children’s Social Care]
Pay Band L / SCP 32-33
£41,511 - £42,708 per annum – additional payments available via EDT working.
Are you looking for your next step in Children’s Social Care?
‘Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the MJ Awards 2024. Come join us and be part of our future success!’
We have vacancies for Experienced Social Workers in our Young People’s Team (YPT)
Here at Knowsley, we are committed to our children and families and we work hard to improve outcomes for our community. We have high aspirations for the children and young people we support and through innovation and investment we have a positive impact on family’s lives. At Knowsley, we believe, ‘We Are Better Together.’
We are currently seeking applications from Experienced Social Workers who share our vision for Knowsley. We want to be a place where all our children have the best start in life, where every family thrives and where all our young people aim high and achieve their potential.
‘There are many opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge. Managers recognise your potential and support your progression. Positive outcomes and feedback is recognised and acknowledged by senior management…. Knowsley is a great place to work’ - (Experienced Social Worker).
Our Young Persons Team (YPT) is a dynamic and dedicated team committed to supporting young people in our community. They work tirelessly to empower and advocate for our young people, creating a safe and nurturing environment where they can thrive. The team work with young people as they enter adulthood, working closely with colleagues from partner agencies to achieve the best possible outcomes for them.
The post is based in a service where the management team is supportive, with experienced, knowledgeable staff who know our young people well and who are committed to getting the best for the young people they support.
How to Apply:
You can book an interview now!
We are holding fortnightly interview panels - there’s no lengthy application forms, no shortlisting, just book an interview at a time that’s convenient for you. You can also view job descriptions and the benefits of working for Knowsley.
If you want to be part of a welcoming, friendly, supportive social work team, book an interview and send your CV and supporting statement to take the first step in joining us.
We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.
At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working. For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time.
Please note - In order to apply for a Social Work role with Knowsley you must have the right to work in the UK and hold either a work permit or a visa. Proof of these documents will be required with your application. At this current time, Knowsley Council are unable to provide sponsorship for international applicants.
In some circumstance a relocation package may be available.
What you can expect from us:
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.
For further details about this post, please contact:
Joanne Sheridan, Team Manager, via email at joanne.sheridan@knowsley.gov.uk
Samantha Madden, Quality Assurance Team Manager on 07384900806 via email at Samantha.Madden@knowsley.gov.uk
Closing Date: Sunday 1st December 2024