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Qualified Social Worker - Children Looked After & Resources (CLAR) Permanent Position Salary: Up to 44,093 per annum Merseyside Local Authority A Merseyside Local Authority is seeking an experienced and committed Qualified Social Worker to join their Children Looked After and Resources (CLAR) service on a permanent basis . This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled practitioner who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people in care, working within a stable, supportive local authority that values high-quality social work practice, staff wellbeing, and professional development. About the Role As a Social Worker within CLAR, you will: Manage a caseload of children and young people who are looked after Undertake statutory visits, care planning and reviews in line with legislation Work closely with foster carers, residential providers and partner agencies Contribute to permanence planning, including long-term fostering, reunification and adoption Ensure childrens wishes and feelings are central to all decision-making Maintain high standards of recording, assessment and care planning Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to achieve positive outcomes About You To be considered, you must: Be a qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England Have a minimum of 2.5 years post-qualification experience , specifically relevant to Children Looked After / statutory childrens services Demonstrate strong assessment, care planning and relationship-based practice skills Be confident working autonomously while contributing positively to a team environment Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people Our Benefits Offer ?? Financial Competitive salary up to 44,093 , with annual incremental progression Nationally negotiated annual pay awards Financial wellbeing support, including affordable borrowing 24-hour financial advice via the Employee Assistance Programme Car mileage payments Free car parking Salary sacrifice schemes for: Hybrid and electric vehicle leasing Home goods and electricals Transparent pay structures to support clear career and salary progression ?? Pensions Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) a secure defined benefit pension Pension based on salary and length of service Guaranteed income for life Inflation-protected in line with CPI Employer pension contributions typically 1420% Ill health and death-in-service benefits, including: Immediate pension access due to ill health Lump sum death benefit of 3x annual salary Survivors pensions for dependants Option to retire from age 55 (with reductions) Opportunities to enhance pension benefits through salary sacrifice Further information available via the Merseyside Pension Fund ?? Wellbeing & WorkLife Balance 36-hour full-time working week Generous annual leave entitlement: Up to 30 days annual leave plus public holidays , increasing to 36 days with long service Plus two additional concessionary days over the festive period Option to buy additional annual leave Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Cycle-to-work and active travel schemes 24/7 access to health and wellbeing support, including qualified counsellors Occupational health services and workplace adjustments Free flu jabs and eye tests Access to health programmes (e.g. weight management, smoking cessation) Strong Trade Union representation (Unison, GMB, Unite) ?? Discounts & Savings Lifestyle discounts across: High street retailers Dining, cinema, holidays and days out Health, fitness and beauty Discounted gym memberships Reduced-cost travel passes Mobile phone provider discounts ???????? Family & Carer Support Enhanced maternity pay Paternity leave and shared parental leave Emergency unpaid leave provisions Family-friendly policies supporting: Adoption Fostering Fertility treatment Caring responsibilities Carer passports to help balance work and caring commitments ?? Learning & Development Comprehensive induction programme Funded apprenticeships and qualifications Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities Opportunities to move across services and progress your career within the authority Why Join our Clients? Youll join a forward-thinking local authority that values its workforce, prioritises staff wellbeing, and is committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for children and families. TPBN1_UKTJ