Childrens Social Worker Care leavers #126073

BA in Social Work or equivalent, Children, Children and Families, DBS - Social Worker, Qualified Social Worker, Registered SWE, Skills, Team Manager
Wigan, Runcorn, Halton, Aylesbury
January 27, 2026
£39 - £39 / hour
Interim / temporary

Job Description

Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP.

We are currently recruiting an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join the Children in Care (CIC) Team within Halton Borough Council. This role specifically focuses on supporting young people aged 16 to 18 as they prepare to transition to independence or leaving care services. You will be part of a supportive and established team dedicated to achieving positive outcomes for looked after children and care leavers.

Hours: 37 hours a week

Contract: Temporary 6 months + (however this could change or be extended)

Pay rate: £39ph

Key Responsibilities:

Manage a caseload of young people aged 16–18 within the Children in Care pathway.

Maybe some court work involved.

Undertake statutory visits, reviews, and care planning in line with legislation and local procedures.

Work collaboratively with Personal Advisors, IROs, education providers, housing, health services, and other professionals to support the transition to independence.

Ensure young people are prepared for leaving care by promoting their participation in pathway planning and decision-making.

Carry out comprehensive assessments and prepare court reports as necessary.

Ensure that safeguarding measures are in place and regularly reviewed.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records and reports on the local authority’s case management system.

Requirements:

Qualified Social Worker with a Social Work England registration.

Minimum of 2 years post-qualified experience within children’s social care, preferably in a CIC or Leaving Care Team.

3 years perm experience.

Experience working specifically with older adolescents (16–18) and supporting their transition into adulthood.

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.

 Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP

What’s on offer for the Social Worker

· Excellent competitive pay rate – paid weekly!

· Excellent management structure with experienced leaders

· Desirable location with excellent transport links

· A stable and well-supported working environment

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  • Competitive Rates of pay

  • In house payroll, providing weekly payments and support

  • Enhanced DBS completed.

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