Social Worker Children in Care - Jersey
Listed compensation
$64k-$71k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Liquid Personnel are proud to support the Government of Jersey in recruiting an experienced Social Worker to join their Children’s Social Care service on a permanent basis.
This frontline role focuses on delivering high‑quality assessment, safeguarding and care planning work for children in need, children looked after, care leavers and those requiring protection.
Jersey is committed to strong practice, multi‑agency collaboration and ensuring children’s voices remain central to decision making.
Your Benefits Working in Jersey
- Working for the Government of Jersey offers a unique lifestyle and strong professional development opportunities. As a permanent member of the service, you will benefit from:
- Relocation package to support your move
- 20% flat income tax and no capital gains or inheritance tax
- Competitive CS10 salary band (£64,466–£71,038)
- Generous annual leave and pension
- Excellent training and CPD pathways
- Supportive multi‑agency environment with stable leadership
- Island lifestyle – beaches, outdoor activities and short commutes
Your Key Responsibilities
- Deliver social work assessments and interventions for children in need, children looked after, care leavers and those requiring safeguarding.
- Develop and review holistic care plans that place the child’s voice and rights at the centre.
- Assess and manage risk, escalating concerns and using statutory powers where required
- Maintain clear, accurate and analytical case records in line with legislation and best practice.
- Communicate effectively with children, families and professionals, including in highly sensitive situations.
For This Role You Will Need
Social Work qualification (Degree, Diploma or equivalent).
Registration with Social Work England
- Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk assessment and statutory social work practice.
- Experience delivering social work services to children, young people, families and carers.
- Ability to analyse complex information and produce high‑quality written reports.
If this sounds like it could be the right role for you then please contact Mozz Radwan on 02038573486 or Mozz.Radwan@liquidpersonnel.com
We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.
Key Responsibilities
This frontline role focuses on delivering high-quality assessment, safeguarding, and care planning work for children in need, children looked after, care leavers, and those requiring protection. Key duties include delivering social work assessments, developing holistic care plans centered on the child's voice, assessing and managing risk, and maintaining accurate case records.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a Social Work qualification (Degree, Diploma, or equivalent) and be registered with Social Work England. Essential requirements include a strong understanding of safeguarding, risk assessment, statutory social work practice, and experience delivering social work services to children, young people, families, and carers.
Qualifications
- Education
- High school
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Social Worker Children in Care - Jersey at Liquid Personnel a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Social Work — ranked against 6,558 active Social Work listings on WeekdayDoc.
Social Worker Career Context
Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 46% are remote, 50% have no call, 80% require no weekends.
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