Childrens Social Worker – Children Looked After – #OR102996

Job Description

An experienced Agency Social Worker is sought to join Knowsley Council’s Children Looked After (LAC) service on an ongoing, full-time contract. Based at Westmorland Road, Huyton, this hybrid role offers 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home, at a rate of £23.75–£31.15 per hour, starting 1 June 2026.

You will manage a varied caseload encompassing children subject to care proceedings, children in care, care planning, permanence and pathway planning, court report writing, and multi-agency collaboration with legal services and partner agencies.

Knowsley Council is widely regarded as a supportive and welcoming authority. You can expect regular reflective supervision, an approachable management team, a strong team ethos, and well-structured services with clear processes — all underpinned by a genuine commitment to relationship-based, child-centred practice.

Applicants must hold a recognised social work qualification, be registered with Social Work England, and have demonstrable experience in Children Looked After and court proceedings, with strong assessment and court report writing skills.

If you are an experienced children’s social worker ready to make a real difference in young people’s lives within a highly supportive local authority, please get in touch today.

What’s on offer:

* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly
* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders
* A desirable location with great transport links
* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environment

Why join Semester.co.uk?

* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills
* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll
* Enhanced DBS processing included
* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support
* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen location

Ready to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.