Social Worker Adult Social Care and Health

Health and Care
Uk
June 10, 2025
£40 - £45 / year
Full Time Permanent
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Job Description

Job Title: Social Worker
Location: Multiple sites across Liverpool, including Broad Oak Hospital, Broad Green & Norris Green Hub, Baird House, and Moss House
Closing Date: Midnight, Tuesday 24 June 2025
Interview Dates: Week commencing 7 July 2025
Contact: For an informal chat, email Gemma Black at: gemma.black@liverpool.gov.uk

Make a Real Difference in Liverpool

Liverpool is a city like no other—full of heart, history, and community spirit. At Liverpool City Council, we’re proud of our diverse neighbourhoods and the passionate people who call them home. Right now, we’re working toward ambitious goals for 2025, and we’re looking for people who want to be part of something that truly matters.

We’re inviting qualified Social Workers to join our City-Wide Mental Health Assessment and Care Delivery teams, helping adults navigate complex mental health needs with compassion, skill, and professionalism. Whether your preference is hospital-based or community-based work, we’d love to hear from you—please indicate your preference in your application.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Social Worker in our mental health services, you’ll work alongside health partners across multiple city locations, offering direct support and interventions to adults experiencing mental health challenges. You’ll play a central role in assessing needs under the Care Act, coordinating Section 117 aftercare plans, and, where necessary, leading Section 42 safeguarding enquiries.

You’ll adopt a strengths-based approach, co-designing support plans with individuals to foster independence, resilience, and long-term sustainability. Your work will focus on promoting inclusivity and collaboration—helping people not only get the support they need, but also build confidence and control over their own lives.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for dedicated professionals who are passionate about mental health and person-centred care. You should bring:

  • A recognised Social Work qualification and current Social Work England registration
  • A clear understanding of the Care Act, Mental Health Act, and safeguarding procedures
  • Experience working with adults in mental health settings
  • The ability to work effectively with partners across health and social care
  • A collaborative and compassionate approach

Why Join Us?

Liverpool City Council is committed to supporting your professional journey and personal wellbeing. Here’s what we offer:

  • Generous Annual Leave – Starting at 27 days (plus bank holidays), rising to 32 days after five years
  • Flexible Working – We take a “Flexibility First” approach, including hybrid and agile working (role-dependent)
  • Local Government Pension Scheme – With the option to join the Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) scheme
  • Learning and Development – Access to a wide range of high-quality training and career progression opportunities
  • Employee Wellbeing Support – Including counselling, mental health support, and an employee assistance programme
  • Financial Benefits – Cycle to Work and travel pass schemes, Medicash, and Drive Time car lease programme
  • Family Friendly Policies – With enhanced parental leave options
  • Discounts and Perks – Including reduced gym memberships and an employee volunteering scheme

Right to Work in the UK

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK by the time employment begins. If you require a Skilled Worker visa, please ensure you meet the Home Office criteria before applying. Further information can be found on the UK Government’s official visa guidance. This is not legal advice; you may wish to seek independent legal guidance to assess your specific situation.

Equal Opportunities and Accessibility

We’re committed to reflecting the diversity of our city. If you meet the essential criteria and are from an underrepresented group, we guarantee you an interview.

If you need any adjustments—whether that’s additional time, accessible formats, or help completing the form—just email us at recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk.

Ready to Apply?

Submit your application through our Tribepad system. Please ensure your employment, education, and full profile are completed accurately. All correspondence regarding your application, including interview invites, will be sent to the email address you register with—so be sure to check your inbox (and spam/junk folders) regularly after the closing date.

We may close this vacancy early if we receive enough strong applications, so don’t delay.

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