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Family Help Childrens Social worker

We Do Social Work
Chester
money-bag £30 - £39/hour
Posted: 03 August 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 02 September 2026
Ref: 225445368

Family Help Social Worker

North West Local Authority | Hybrid Working | Competitive Agency Rate | Immediate Start

We Do Social Work is recruiting for an experienced Family Help Social Worker to join a progressive North West Local Authority committed to delivering high-quality, relationship-based practice with children and families.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive Family Help team where you'll work with children and families using a strengths-based, trauma-informed and whole-family approach to achieve lasting change.

The Role

As a Family Help Social Worker, you will:

  • Manage a varied caseload of children and families requiring support and intervention.
  • Complete high-quality assessments, plans and reviews that are child-focused and evidence-based.
  • Work collaboratively with families, partner agencies and community services to improve outcomes.
  • Chair multi-agency meetings and contribute to safeguarding and child protection processes.
  • Develop SMART plans with clear contingency planning and measurable outcomes.
  • Support children to remain safely within their families wherever possible.
  • Mentor and support less experienced practitioners within the team.
  • Maintain accurate case recordings and prepare high-quality reports, including court work where required.
About You

To be considered, you will have:

  • Social Work England registration.
  • A recognised Social Work qualification.
  • A minimum of 3 years' post-qualified experience within Children's Services.
  • Strong assessment, safeguarding and risk management skills.
  • Experience of working within a strengths-based, relationship-focused practice model.
  • Excellent communication and partnership working skills.
  • The ability to manage complex cases and make confident decisions.
What's on Offer
  • Competitive agency hourly rate.
  • Hybrid working with a mix of home, office and visits.
  • Supportive management and collaborative team environment.
  • Ongoing contract with the opportunity to make a genuine difference to children and families.
  • Dedicated consultant and twice-weekly payroll through We Do Social Work.

If you're an experienced Children's Social Worker looking for your next opportunity within a supportive North West Local Authority, we'd love to hear from you.

&#(phone number removed); Apply today or contact We Do Social Work for a confidential discussion.

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