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Job Title: Qualified Social Worker – Looked After Children (14–18 Team) Location: Huyton, Knowsley P... Job Title: Qualified Social Worker – Looked After Children (14–18 Team) Location: Huyton, Knowsley Pay Rate: £23.75 per hour (PAYE) / £31.15 per hour (Umbrella) Contract Length: 12 weeks initially Start Date: 22nd June 2026 Working Pattern: Full-time – 36 hours per weekSeven Resourcing are looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join the Looked After Children Service (Young Persons Team 14–18) in Knowsley. This is a rewarding opportunity to support young people as they transition into adulthood, within a fast-paced and supportive local authority environment.The Role You will work with young people aged 14–18 who are in care, helping to ensure their safety, stability, and positive outcomes. The role focuses on building strong relationships, managing risks, and supporting young people through key life transitions including independence and adulthood.Key Responsibilities Care Planning & Case Management Manage a caseload of looked after children aged 14–18Develop, implement, and regularly review care plans tailored to individual needsEnsure plans reflect risks, strengths, and long-term outcomes Safeguarding & Risk Management Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns including contextual risks such as exploitation and peer influenceDevelop and implement effective safety and risk management plansWork collaboratively with partner agencies to reduce harm Direct Work with Young People Build strong, trusting relationships using a relational practice approachSupport young people with pathway planning and preparation for independencePromote education, training, and employment opportunities Multi-Agency Working Work closely with schools, health professionals, youth justice, and other partnersAttend and contribute to statutory meetings including reviews and planning meetingsEnsure the young person’s voice is central to all decision-making Recording & Compliance Maintain accurate, up-to-date case records in line with statutory requirementsPrepare high-quality reports for court and review processesEnsure all work meets legislative and policy frameworks Requirements Qualified Social Worker with a recognised Social Work degreeRegistered with Social Work EnglandExperience working with Looked After Children or adolescents (14–18)Strong understanding of safeguarding, contextual safeguarding, and risk managementAbility to manage a complex caseload in a fast-paced environmentExcellent communication and relationship-building skills What We’re Looking For A committed and resilient practitioner with a child-centred approachStrong organisational skills and ability to prioritise workloadConfidence working with vulnerable young people and complex casesPassion for improving outcomes for children in care Working with Seven ResourcingJoin Seven Resourcing and benefit from over a decade of expertise in connecting professionals with exciting career opportunities. With more than 3,000 five-star reviews, an excellent Trustpilot rating, multiple awards, and strong relationships with top UK employers in both public and private sectors, we offer you the best chance of securing your next role.