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Join Our Journey – Become a Family Time Worker with Sefton Council 
Sefton Council is seeking passionate and dedicated&nbsp;Family Time Workers to join our team,
To support children and families by facilitating safe, structured, and meaningful family time sessions, for cared for children.
To work with parent(s) whose children have been removed from their care for various reasons including but not limited to; mental health, substance misuse, neglect, domestic abuse or sexual harm.
The Family Time Worker ensures that contact between children and their families is positive, supervised where necessary, and contributes to the child’s well-being and care plan across the locality delivery points.
If you're ready to be part of a team that’s committed to improving lives and building stronger communities, we want to hear from you.
Apply now and help shape brighter futures.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if demand is high.
Closing Date - 29/01/2026
Provisional Interview Date - 05/02/2026

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Job title: Independent Reviewing Officer and Child Protection OfficerA bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place. We've got ambitious targets to meet and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities. &nbsp; Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!Our Practice Model – “Our City, Our Children, Together” – was chosen by colleagues, parents and carers, children, and young people to reflect our collective commitment to working collaboratively, it is more than just a practice model, it is a shared vision. Every part of this model has been co-produced with the people who access and deliver our services.&nbsp;It represents our values, our relationships, and our belief that, by working together, we can create the best outcomes for children, young people, and their networks. This is a model we can be proud of and one that truly belongs to all of us.The role:<ul><li>In the role of Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) / Child Protection Officer (CPO) you will confidently independently chair all Child Protection Conferences, Strategy meetings, Looked After Children and Secure Accommodation Reviews, to ensure we consistently meet our statutory requirements</li><li>This vital role includes the efficient production and updating of child protection plans, co-ordinating investigations, quality assuring and auditing of all plans, to ensure risks are minimised and best practice is achieved</li><li>As an IRO, you will have a strong children’s social care background, with a proven track record in care planning and has specialist knowledge in child protection procedures, practice and legislation, having previously worked at a Team Manager level</li><li>You will naturally be able to build and maintain strong professional working relationships across all multi-agencies through effective communication and engagement, where you are confident to challenge respectfully and be able to implement plans progressively and creatively</li><li>As an IRO, you will be able provide clear decision making and ensure all children and young people are the focus, their voice is heard and considered and they always remain central to their plan and decision making</li><li>You will have the drive and passion to continually improve outcomes to ensure a positive difference and brighter future for our children and young people and their families</li><li>This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and up to date registration with Social Work England as a qualified Social Worker.</li></ul>Our offer to you:<ul><li>At least 31 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 35 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li><li>Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li><li>Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme</li><li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li><li>Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li><li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li><li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li><li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li><li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li><li>Medicash&nbsp;</li></ul>Next steps:Closing date: midnight on Monday 2 February 2026 Shortlisting date:&nbsp;Tuesday 3 February 2026 Interview date: Tuesday 10 February 2026 Interview format: face-to-faceWe reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Harriet Cadman, Recruitment and Retention Lead, <a href="mailto:harriet.cadman@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">harriet.cadman@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.&nbsp;&nbsp;Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities. To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process. All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship. Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Job title:&nbsp;Social Worker - Emergency Duty Team&nbsp;A bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place. We've got ambitious targets to meet and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities. Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!Our Practice Model – “Our City, Our Children, Together” – was chosen by colleagues, parents and carers, children, and young people to reflect our collective commitment to working collaboratively, it is more than just a practice model, it is a shared vision. Every part of this model has been co-produced with the people who access and deliver our services.&nbsp;It represents our values, our relationships, and our belief that, by working together, we can create the best outcomes for children, young people, and their networks. This is a model we can be proud of and one that truly belongs to all of us.The role:As an Emergency Duty Team experienced social worker, you will proactively respond to urgent safeguarding concerns and crisis issues outside core working hours. You will be confident to assess risk, make critical decisions and collaborate with key partner agencies to ensure the optimum safety and well-being of those in need.Key responsibilities:<ul><li>Respond promptly to emergency referrals and safeguarding concerns</li><li>Conduct risk assessments and take appropriate action in line with statutory guidance</li><li>Work collaboratively with health professionals, Police and other agencies</li><li>Provide support and intervention to children &amp; families in crisis</li><li>Maintain clear and concise records of intervention</li></ul>About you:<ul><li>Current Social Work England registration and a recognised social worker qualification (e.g. degree in social work</li><li>Experienced in children’s social work, particularly in crisis intervention</li><li>A strong understanding of safeguarding legislation and procedures</li><li>Excellent decision-making skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure</li><li>Willingness to work unsocial hours, including evenings, nights, weekends &amp; bank holidays</li><li>Please note: we are unable consider newly qualified social workers for this role.</li></ul>Please note: this is a fixed term contract until 2 November 2026 to cover a period of maternity leave. The post equates to Full Time 35 hours per week, with a varied shift pattern (e.g., four days on, four days off).&nbsp;This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and up to date registration with Social Work England as a qualified Social Worker.Our offer to you:<ul><li>At least 31 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 35 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li><li>Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li><li>Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme</li><li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li><li>Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li><li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li><li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li><li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li><li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li><li>Medicash&nbsp;</li></ul>Next steps:Closing date: midnight on Sunday 18 January 2026 Shortlisting date:&nbsp;Monday 19 January 2026 Interview date:&nbsp;Monday 26 January 2026 Interview type:&nbsp;face-to-faceWe reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Harriet Cadman via&nbsp;<a href="mailto:harriet.cadman@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">harriet.cadman@liverpool.gov.uk</a> or Joanne Mangan via&nbsp;<a href="mailto:joanne.mangan@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">joanne.mangan@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities. To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility&nbsp;<a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.

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There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.
Team Manager – Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards 
We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Social Worker to join our service as a Team Manager, providing strategic and operational leadership for the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Team.
About the Role:
You will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality, legally compliant and person-centred practice in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) 2005, the DoLS framework and other statutory regulatory requirements.
The successful candidate will aid in promoting the rights, autonomy and safety of adults who may lack capacity, embedding a culture of lawful, strengths-based and rights-respecting decision making.
You will champion excellence in MCA and DoLS practice across the organisation and its commissioned services, by offering expert professional oversight, strategic influence, and authoritative guidance.
About the Candidate:
We’re looking for a Qualified Social Worker with substantial and relevant, post-qualifying experience. You must also have previous experience of leading and managing a team within a Social Care environment.
You will have substantial experience of managing complex caseloads, services, and mental capacity matters. You must be able to evidence multi-agency collaboration with experience of working across professional and organisational boundaries.
You must be a qualified Social Worker and registered with Social Work England to undertake this role. 
If you would like to have an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact: <a href="mailto:charlottestewart@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">charlottestewart@wirral.gov.uk</a>
This post requires a DBS check. The Safer Recruitment &amp; Employment Policy and the Disclosures for Recruitment Procedure can be found at : <a href="https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment" target="_blank">https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment</a>
If you’re already a Wirral Council employee, and as part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
If you are a Wirral resident, are unemployed or out of work, and require help with your application, please contact Involve Northwest’s employment and skills team on <a href="mailto:info@involvenorthwest.org.uk" target="_blank">info@involvenorthwest.org.uk</a> or contact 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.
Working at Wirral
You’ll also want to know what it’s like to work here so, as a start:
Our values are more than just pieces of paper on our walls! We’ve all played a role in developing these, so they reflect the immense pride we have in what we do, what matters to us, what inspires us and inform how we think, approach things and behave.
We believe in ensuring staff are well looked after, staff wellbeing is a priority for us. We’re serious about recognising and rewarding people for the great things they do. You’ll benefit from our track record of developing, growing and investing in our people.
We have a range of staff benefits including staff discounts, an excellent pension scheme which includes a generous employer contribution rate, immediate life cover and ill-health protection. We have a strong flexible working approach, hybrid working, family-friendly employment initiatives and an annual leave package starting with 28 days leave plus public holidays.
We have an inclusive, engaged culture, everyone has a voice, everyone is valued for their contribution and understands the role they play in delivering our strategic priorities.
Each voice is heard, each contribution valued. We embrace diversity in our workforce and recognise it is critical to our success. We support an inclusive culture that champions differences and nurtures a sense of belonging. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds, who share our values and our commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.
We want you to be your best at work, we create the conditions to help you thrive and we mirror this in our recruitment process. If you’d like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process to make it barrier-free and as accessible as possible please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies.
It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances.
Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications.
Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration.&nbsp; Forms received via the post will not be processed.
All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.&nbsp; Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page.
The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now.
We do not accept applications or CV’s from recruitment agencies, unless otherwise stated. Therefore, any candidates submitted via a recruitment agency will not be considered for this role.
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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Job Title: &nbsp;Short Breaks ManagerA bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place.&nbsp;We've got ambitious targets to meet and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities.&nbsp; &nbsp;Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Working at&nbsp;Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!Our Practice Model – “Our City, Our Children, Together” – was chosen by colleagues, parents and carers, children, and young people to reflect our collective commitment to working collaboratively, it is more than just a practice model, it is a shared vision. Every part of this model has been co-produced with the people who access and deliver our services.&nbsp;It represents our values, our relationships, and our belief that, by working together, we can create the best outcomes for children, young people, and their networks.&nbsp;This is a model we can be proud of and one that truly belongs to all of us.Are you passionate about making a real difference for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?&nbsp;Liverpool City Council is seeking a dynamic Short Breaks Manager to lead our high-quality provision, ensuring children with SEND and their families receive the support they need and children thrive in safe, inclusive environments.&nbsp;This is a senior role where you’ll shape services, drive innovation, and champion equality and inclusion across our city.The Role:<ul><li>The role of Short Breaks Manager will lead and manage Liverpool’s short breaks service, including direct payments and commissioned provision.&nbsp;This includes overseeing budgets and securing funding to deliver cost effective services that maximises impact</li><li>The Short Breaks Manager will lead a service that directly improves lives and supports children with SEND and their families across Liverpool</li><li>The Short Breaks Manager will be the Registered Manager in line with Ofsted requirements, ensuring safeguarding and compliance at every level</li><li>The role of the Short Breaks Manager will build strong partnerships with families, schools, health services, and community organisations and drive continuous improvement through performance monitoring, evaluation, and innovation</li><li>You will possess demonstrable knowledge of our Local Authority duties to safeguard and support children with SEND and their families and of our own Local Authorities Levels of Need guidance</li><li>As a Short Breaks Manager you will inspire a team of social workers, family support staff, coordinators, and sessional workers, to provide a diverse range of short breaks provision that meets need and enables children to achieve positive outcomes</li></ul>&nbsp;This role is fixed term for 12 months to provide cover, ensuring continuity for the Short Breaks service supporting&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;children with SEND and their families across LiverpoolOur offer to you:<ul><li>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li><li>Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li><li>Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme</li><li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li><li>Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li><li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li><li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li><li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li><li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li><li>Medicash&nbsp;</li></ul>Next steps: Closing date: midnight Sunday 18 January 2026 Shortlisting date: w/c Monday 19 January 2026&nbsp; Interview date: w/c Monday 25 January of w/c Monday 2 February 2026We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.Please note: this vacancy is classified as a politically restricted position.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Catherine Bernard at <a href="mailto:catherine.bernard@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">catherine.bernard@liverpool.gov.uk</a>Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council.&nbsp;&nbsp;Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities.&nbsp;To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. 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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Job title:&nbsp;Social Worker - Multi-Disciplinary Team.&nbsp;A bit about us:Liverpool is home to vibrant, energetic, and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making our city a better place. We've got ambitious targets to meet and we need people who are driven, dynamic and ready to deliver the very best for our communities.&nbsp;Public service is more important than ever, and this role represents a real opportunity to make a difference to our communities by transforming the way we work and placing our residents at the heart of everything we do.&nbsp;Working at Liverpool City Council provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.We are proud of our world-famous thriving city with its rich culture, as well as affordable housing, good schools, beautiful green spaces – there’s really something for everyone!Adult Access is the front door of Adult Social Care &amp; Health which enables a clear direction for enquires resource, demand management, and accountability.Adult Access has three areas of operations to enable the delivery of the wider Adult Social Care Target Operating Model. These three functions are:&nbsp;<ul><li>Wellbeing Advisor&nbsp;</li><li>Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT)&nbsp;</li><li>Safeguarding Triage</li></ul>All three functions will focus on a seamless person-centred, strength-based approach from first contact. In practice, Wellbeing Advisors, Social Workers, Social Care Assessors and Occupational Therapy will work together as a team.&nbsp;The aim being to prevent, reduce and delay people needing formal and longer-term care, and to provide short term reablement support, where required, to enable people’s independence.The role:Your role will be as a Social Worker within the fast-paced Multi-Disciplinary Team.&nbsp;<ul><li>Assess and where necessary, provide reablement or short-term support to individuals to promote their independence.&nbsp;Where long term intervention is required, a robust assessment will be completed to enable a smooth transition to the Locality Teams for on-going intervention</li><li>Embed a strength-based approach to assessment with outcomes where people have wider choice and control over their well-being</li><li>Your role as social worker will involve working with a wide range of cases for all adults from the age of 18. &nbsp;</li><li>Complete Reablement Assessment, Your Needs Assessment, Risk Assessment, Mental Capacity and Best Interest assessment, completing Reviews, as well as any other relevant assessment in relation to a person’s needs</li><li>You will be able to commission services such as Domiciliary Care packages, Day Centre placement, Carers support such as Respite and support for complex cases etc</li><li>You will be responsible for social work provision including managing own caseload whilst managing the reputation of the directorate and council and complying with national and service procedures and guidance</li><li>Your role within the&nbsp;Multi-Disciplinary Team&nbsp;will also include attendance of the daily huddle to discuss any complex cases with an MDT approach</li></ul>Our offer to you:<ul><li>At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days</li><li>Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception</li><li>Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme</li><li>Progression -&nbsp;opportunities and training through a wide range of high quality learning</li><li>Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes&nbsp;</li><li>Drive Time –&nbsp;a salary sacrifice car lease scheme</li><li>Family friendly policies with enhanced leave &nbsp;</li><li>Discounted Gym Memberships&nbsp;</li><li>Employee Volunteering Scheme&nbsp;</li><li>Medicash&nbsp;</li></ul>Next steps: Closing date: midnight Sunday 18th January 2026 Shortlisting date:&nbsp;w/c Monday 19th January 2026 Interview date:&nbsp;w/c Monday 26th January 2026 Interview type:&nbsp;Face to face competency based interviewWe reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible.If you would like any further information or an informal discussion, please contact Service Manager Benjamin Bradley via email <a href="mailto:benjamin.bradley@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">benjamin.bradley@liverpool.gov.uk</a> or Team Manager Jess Onyia via email <a href="mailto:jessica.onyia@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">jessica.onyia@liverpool.gov.uk</a>Watch our recruitment video and see what life is like working at Liverpool City Council. Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve.&nbsp;As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities. To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.&nbsp;If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at <a href="mailto:recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk</a>.Although we advertise on Jobs Go Public, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system.&nbsp;Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications. &nbsp;Please ensure you complete your full profile, work and education history in Tribepad.Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified in the final stages of the selection process.&nbsp;All candidates must either already have a right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for Visa sponsorship.&nbsp;Candidates who require sponsorship should evaluate the Home Office eligibility <a href="https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/gRWgCZ668UPJVq6ijjIC3?domain=urldefense.com" target="_blank">criteria</a> for a Skilled Worker visa before applying.This is not legal advice, and we advise you to seek your own independent legal advice tailored to your own personal circumstances.

Adult Social Worker - Multi-Disciplinary Team

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Sefton Adult Social Care are always looking for qualified and experienced Social Workers, therefore this is a permanent advert for Social Work vacancies that exist across Sefton Adult Social Care. 
Role: Experienced Social Worker – Adult Social Care – Various Departments
Sefton Adult Social Care always have a range of exciting opportunities for experienced Social Workers (by experienced we mean at least a couple of years’ experience) within our various locality based and speciality teams. These roles may be a mix of permanet and fixed term. We are proud to have secured a “Good” with CQC so there has never been a better time to join Adult Social Care Sefton, as we strive to deliver for outstanding and provide excellent services for those in our Borough.
At Sefton Adult Social Care as an experienced Social Worker, you will play a key role in shaping how we deliver services, working closely with health colleagues to develop integrated, person-centred approaches. We will endeavour to offer you the role in a team where you feel you can make the greatest impact or offer an opportunity in a team where you feel you may want to build our skills or seek a new challenge. You will have the autonomy to make impactful decisions and the support to grow the service creatively and effectively.
What does the role look like day to day? 
Within Sefton Adult Social Care, we have created several different teams to meet the needs of the individuals we support, including a learning disability team, a team that supports those dealing with substance use issues and a team that supports those transitioning from children’s services.
We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated team members with a passion to make a real impact on the lives of those in the Sefton borough. &nbsp;
What we are looking for:
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<li>A Social Worker Degree or equivalent qualification</li>
<li>At least two years of experience as a qualified Social Worker</li>
<li>Registration with Social Work England (or equivalent health body)</li>
<li>Strong working knowledge of the Care Act and related legislation</li>
<li>A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive practice</li>
<li>Excellent partnership working skills with health and community stakeholders</li>
<li>A passion for continuous learning and professional development</li>
<li>Commitment to a person centred, value driven strengths based good practice</li>
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What does The Care Quality Commission say about Sefton Adult Social Care? 
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!&nbsp;
“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 a 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 what is required to lead, we put people at the heart of what we do and we innovate!
At&nbsp;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 you should choose Sefton?
Check out our Why Sefton webpages.
What we can offer you
&nbsp;28 days annual leave (rising to 33 after 5 years), plus 8 bank holidays​
&nbsp;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)
If you have any questions, please contact <a href="mailto:Recruitment@Sefton.gov.uk" target="_blank">Recruitment@Sefton.gov.uk</a> 
If you still want to know more visit our Adult Social Care webpages by searching for Sefton Council Adult Social Care- Where do I fit in? Alternatively give Andrew McDonald a call on 07977 237816, to discuss what we might be able to offer you.
Note: Sefton Adult Social Care are unfortunately not in a position, currently, to provide new Sponsorships.
Interviews to be held regularly.

Experienced Social Workers - Adult Social Care

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Experienced Social Workers&nbsp; - CWCN
£3,000 Golden Hello&nbsp;after successful probation
Join Sefton Council as a Senior Social Worker – Make a Real Difference 
Are you an experienced and passionate social worker ready to take the next step in your career? Join us during this exciting time at Sefton Council as we continue our long-term commitment to children and families.
A rewarding and exciting opportunity has arisen in our team, and we want someone passionate, enthusiastic, and driven to join us to help children with complex needs be safe, happy, and thriving. To fit with our Sefton team, you must be able to lead with compassion, intelligence, and passion. For this specific role, you must have unlimited drive to want the best for children with complex needs and their families.&nbsp;
This role is perfect for someone with a track record of working with children with complex needs. This role is integral to our continued improvement in Sefton Children’s Services, and we hope any candidate shares our drive and determination to build the service our families deserve.
Why Choose Sefton Council?&nbsp;
At Sefton Council, we are committed to investing in our people. Our vision is to grow and nurture our own talent, creating a strong and professional workforce dedicated to the well-being of children and families in our communities. Here’s what sets us apart:&nbsp;
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<li>Small Teams, Big Impact: Be a valued member of our close-knit teams.&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Manageable Workload: Maintain work-life balance with manageable responsibilities.&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Strong Supervision and Support: Access regular supervision and professional development.&nbsp;</li>
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<li>Commitment to Excellence: Uphold high standards in supporting and safeguarding children and families.&nbsp;</li>
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What we offer:
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<li>Competitive salary - Grade I: SCP 31–35, £41,711 - £46,142 per annum</li>
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<li>Fantastic terms and conditions; local government pension scheme, enhanced sick pay scheme and family friendly leave with pay, agile/flexible working opportunities and access to occupational health services.</li>
<li>Generous annual leave entitlement of 28 days increasing to 33 days after 5 years continual service in addition to 8 bank holidays.</li>
<li>A&nbsp;£3,000 Golden Hello&nbsp;after successful probation</li>
<li>Opportunities for professional development and career progression</li>
<li>A strong culture of supervision, reflection, and support</li>
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What we’re looking for:
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<li>A qualified social worker with extensive experience in statutory children’s services</li>
<li>SWE registration</li>
<li>A confident, skilled communicator with a strong grasp of legislation, assessment frameworks, and child-centred practice</li>
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If you're ready to make a lasting impact and grow your career in a supportive and ambitious environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and be part of something meaningful!
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Interviews to take place: 22nd and 23rd January 2026
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